Research Technician in Structural Biology of Membrane Proteins

We are looking for a highly motivated biochemist, structural or membrane biologist to work as a research technician in a world leading lab (Politis Lab) in structural and biological mass spectrometry. Core duties include to provide technical support and supervision in a range of project specific research activities including: expression and purification of membrane proteins; working with eukaryotic expression systems supported by lipid bilayers; preparation of high-quality sample for mass spectrometry analyses; use and teaching of research associated equipment. The technician will also be responsible for the general running of the laboratory, including maintaining stocks of chemicals, placing orders, preparing solutions, maintaining relevant equipment. To further assist team members in ensuring that staff and students operate safe working practices ensuring health and safety compliance within the laboratories.

The contract is offered for 21 months.

Start date: 31st May 2024 or soon thereafter.

Type: Full time – 1 FTE

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 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.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Dr Argyris Politis

Email: argyris.politis@manchester.ac.uk

and

Name: Rebekah Higgins  

Email: rebekah.higgins@manchester.ac.uk  

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

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.