Senior Technician, Microbiology & Molecular Biology

University of Salford (Personnel)

Salford

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

32 days leave

Flexible working

Professional development

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Job summary

The University of Salford is seeking a Senior Technician to join our technical team, supporting project and research laboratories in microbiology and molecular biology. This hands-on role combines practical lab work with coordinating day-to-day operations, training users and ensuring equipment is ready for use.

Based in Cockcroft and within the Faculty of Health, Community and Life Sciences, you will collaborate with staff to maintain high safety standards, share expertise, and contribute to a

Qualifications

Experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
Confidence training students and researchers in lab methods.
Experience with microscopy and imaging equipment, including confocal microscopy.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day technical operation of project and research laboratories, including inductions and equipment bookings.
Deliver hands-on technical skills training in microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
Coordinate equipment servicing and repairs and troubleshoot issues to minimise disruption.
Maintain safe laboratory practices, overseeing risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Collaborate with Senior Technicians to share expertise and improve laboratory operations.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Molecular biology techniques

Microscopy

Tools

Confocal microscopy

Job description

Based in Cockcroft and within the Faculty of Health, Community and Life Sciences, you will collaborate with staff to maintain high safety standards, share expertise, and contribute to a

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