Senior Technician (Research Infrastructure Microbiology and Molecular Biology)
Requirements
Candidates must possess practical expertise in microbiology and molecular biology techniques, along with experience in supporting laboratory users. Proficiency with specialist equipment, particularly microscopy and imaging, is highly valued for this role.
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
Our technical staff sit within the Faculty of Health, Community and Life Sciences (HCLS), providing specialist support for teaching, projects and research across a broad range of scientific disciplines.
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.**
Responsibilities
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.