Research Technician in Microbiology

We are seeking a motivated laboratory-based Research Technician to join a dynamic lab working to understand the evolution of antimicrobial resistance within human fungal pathogens. This role is based in the lab of Dr Bottery, part of the wider Manchester Fungal Infection Group. The role is full-time for 12 months, available from January 2026.

The successful candidate will provide technical support with minimal supervision in a range of project specific research activities including: the running and troubleshooting of microbiological experiments; the maintenance, use and teaching of research equipment and assisting with the general lab operations, including ensuring safety compliance within the laboratories.

Essential requirements/skills for the post include:

• Substantial experience of working in a research laboratory
• Experience and knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and procedures; good microbiological laboratory practice; use of general lab equipment.
• Experience working with Biosafety Level 2 microbial pathogens
• Knowledge and experience of molecular biology techniques (e.g. DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, electrophoresis).

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we unfortunately may not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Michael Bottery / Lorraine Schmidt.

Email michael.bottery@manchester.ac.uk / lorraine.schmidt@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004 https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.