Research Technician

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and highly committed laboratory-based Research Technician to join the Gago´s Lab based at the Manchester Fungal Infection Group on a newly funded Academy of Medical Sciences research programme. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge work at the interface of infection biology and translational research. This Academy of Medical Sciences-funded position is full-time (1.0 FTE) for 18 months. This innovative project will study the fundamental mechanisms of polymicrobial interactions in the lungs.

The Research Technician will independently perform grant-funded experiments, contributing to experimental design, consultation with other researchers, data analysis, presentation and reporting.

These will include cell culture (primary cultures and immortalised cell lines), culturing of microorganisms (fungi and viruses), immunoassays (e.g. ELISA, western blot), imaging and transcriptomic analyses. The Research Technician will also contribute to the maintenance, use and teaching of research associated equipment. The post holder will assist team members in ensuring that staff and students operate safe working practices, ensuring health and safety compliance within the laboratory.

Applicants will preferably have knowledge and experience in establishing and maintaining primary cell cultures and microbiological techniques. Experience of mammalian cell culture is essential for this position.

Our benefits include:

• Generous employer pension contribution
• Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays
• Purple Place employee discount platform

For more information, please see [University of Manchester Benefits](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/connect/jobs/benefits-working-here/). You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working [here](https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/people/current-staff/flexible-and-hybrid-working/).

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

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Enquiries about the role, shortlisting and interviews

Name: Simone Ward

Email Address: [simone.ward@manchester.ac.uk](mailto:simone.ward@manchester.ac.uk)

Name: Dr Sara Gago

Email: sara.gago-2@manchester.ac.uk

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