Job Description

We seek a highly skilled and experienced Research Technician to join Dr Danna Gifford's lab in the School of Biological Sciences, part of Microbial Evolution Research Manchester (MERMan). The position is available immediately and currently runs until 29-06-2026 (a further 6-month extension may be possible contingent on funder agreement).


The post holder will support research and laboratory maintenance activities in the field of microbial evolution involving Pseudomonas bacteria and other species. The project is to understand the evolvability of resistance to single-drug and combination antibiotic combination therapy. The post holder will have experience in key microbiological techniques, including sterile technique, microbial phenotyping (e.g. minimum inhibitory concentration assays; growth curves; spectrophotometry, flow cytometry).


This is a specialist position requiring someone capable of carrying out tasks independently and who enjoys daily technical challenges. They will also hold QCF level 6 (e.g. a bachelor's degree) in a relevant biological science subject, or QCF level 2 (e.g. GCSE's) in English, Mathematics, and at least once Science subject alongside substantial relevant experience working in a research laboratory.

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 are unfortunately 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 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 Danna Gifford.


Email: danna.gifford@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