Job Description

The role of Assistant Technician (Molecular Biology) has become vacant in the University's School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SSEE) This is MAT leave cover position. Therefore, the contract is for 12months or when the staff member returns.


SSEE is a large multi-disciplinary School comprising around 400 staff, including around 50 highly skilled technicians and approximately 4500 students studying on a range of taught and research programmes at BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, MPhil and PhD level. SSEE embraces subjects as diverse as Zoology, Parasitology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Biomedical Science, Architecture and Construction Management, in a range of locations on the Peel Park campus.


The university could not deliver high quality research, teaching and knowledge transfer without the work of our skilled technical staff at all levels of the institution, and we aim to ensure the contribution technicians make is fully recognised. The University of Salford is a signatory of the national Technician Commitment, which aims to ensure the key themes of visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability are developed for technicians working in higher education and research. We aim to do this by pledging action against the themes, ensuring technician roles are viewed as professional careers, developing potential career pathways and encouraging career development opportunities.


The role of Assistant Technician (Molecular Biology) is key to ensuring students within SSEE receive the best student experience possible in the degree programmes that encompass this discipline area. The successful candidate will support preparing and molecular biology laboratory classes. This will include preparing reagents, consumables, ordering and maintaining equipment to name a few roles.

Key Responsibilities

Support molecular biology practical set up Procure relevant molecular biology material Complete necessary health and safety documents (e.g. risk assessments, safe systems of work) and ensure they are followed

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 *

Wellbeing support

- all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships