Research Technician

Overview

The University of Leeds is hiring a Research Technician within the Faculty of Medicine and Health, specifically in the Leeds Institute of Medical Research, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Healthcare Acquired Infection. The position is based at St James University Hospital in Leeds and involves working on site. This is a fixed-term, full-time contract available for 24 months to complete a specific task or time-limited work, including the need for additional resources for a project.

Who can apply

Candidates must have A-levels, a BTEC, or equivalent relevant laboratory experience. Applicants are required to have experience in a microbiology or biomedical science laboratory, which can include time spent in further or higher education. The role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

What you get

The salary ranges from £26,707 to £28,778 per annum at Grade 4. Employees receive 26 days of holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays and university closure days per year. Additional benefits include pension scheme options with life assurance, health and wellbeing perks such as discounted gym membership at The Edge, personal development courses with up to ten days of staff development per year, on-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes.

Requirements

The role requires individuals who can provide technical support to research studies and possess analytical, organisational, and time-management skills alongside technical skills in microbiology. Selected staff will conduct housekeeping tasks to a high standard, assist the research group with research activities, maintain effective practical skills at the laboratory bench, and work with a high level of accuracy while being prepared to learn a range of laboratory techniques.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-16. Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed.