Senior Technician (Research Infrastructure Microbiology and Molecular Biology)

Economics Network; Salford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

32 days leave

Flexible working

Professional development

Community and diversity

Job summary

University of Salford is seeking a Senior Technician to join the technical team supporting microbiology and molecular biology laboratories. The role combines practical lab work with coordinating daily operations, assisting users and ensuring equipment and facilities are ready for use.

The candidate should have experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques, confidence in supporting students and researchers, and a collaborative approach to maintaining safe lab environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques.
• Confidence in supporting students and researchers.
• Collaborative approach to maintaining safe laboratory environments.
• Experience with microscopy and imaging equipment, including confocal microscopy (valued).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day technical operation of project and research laboratories, including inductions, equipment bookings and access arrangements.
• Deliver hands-on technical skills training in microbiology and molecular biology techniques and specialist laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate equipment servicing and repairs, troubleshoot problems and minimise disruption.
• Maintain safe laboratory practices, oversee technical procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Collaborate with Senior Technicians across teaching and research to improve laboratory operations.

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Technician to join our technical team at the University of Salford, primarily supporting project and research laboratories in microbiology and molecular biology. This is a hands-on role combining practical laboratory expertise with responsibility for coordinating day-to-day laboratory operations, supporting users and keeping equipment and facilities ready for use. You will need experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques, confidence supporting students and researchers, and a collaborative approach to maintaining safe, effective laboratory environments. Experience with microscopy and imaging equipment, including confocal microscopy, would be particularly valuable.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the day-to-day technical operation of project and research laboratories, including inductions, equipment bookings and access arrangements.
• Deliver hands-on technical skills training in microbiology and molecular biology techniques and specialist laboratory equipment, supporting users to work safely and independently.
• Coordinate equipment servicing and repairs, troubleshoot problems and work with colleagues to minimise disruption.
• Maintain safe laboratory practices, overseeing technical procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Work with Senior Technicians across teaching and research to share expertise, coordinate resources and improve laboratory operations.

About the School

Based primarily within Cockcroft, our laboratories support academic colleagues and students from both HCLS and the School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE).

Our technicians have different specialist skills and areas of responsibility, but work collaboratively across laboratory areas, sharing knowledge, resources and expertise where they're needed. Senior Technicians play an important role in coordinating this work, maintaining consistent laboratory standards and supporting colleagues across the wider service.

We value practical expertise, shared knowledge and a willingness to work together to provide safe, effective and reliable laboratory support.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary- and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave- plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working- we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance.
• Professional development- we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.
• Our community- there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences.Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives.
• The Perks!- MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.

**Please note this opportunity may close early depending on applicant volume.**