Job Description

The

University of West London (UWL)

is ranked the best modernuniversity (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025.

We are ranked 30th university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024 and Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.


The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

University status awarded in or after 1992

The School

The School of Medicine and Biosciences (SMB) encompasses a broad range of expertise allowing it to deliver undergraduate degrees in Biomedical Science, Pharmacology, Biochemistry and related subjects, as well as MSc courses in Dementia Studies, Person Centred Care, and Bioinformatics, and a range of PhDs. Recruitment for the first cohort of undergraduates began in 2019, and the School has invested in state of the art laboratories and other teaching and research facilities to allow us to deliver excellence in teaching and to pursue cutting edge research.

The Role

The time will be split between research and teaching activities with the School of Medicine and Biosciences, including supporting PhD students, academics, final year research project students and undergraduate practicals. To actively assist research activities in particular during 'non-teaching' periods. To assist PhD students and academics within the school as needed, including common microbiology, molecular and cell biology techniques such as PCR, cell culture, and RNA and DNA isolation, as well as helping with general lab activities such as sample storage, equipment maintenance. To attend training courses for the use of specialist equipment as necessary. To assist with teaching in the School of Medicine and Biosciences through provision of support for practical sessions including the preparation of teaching labs before the session, supporting the teaching staff during the practical, helping clear the lab after each session. To prepare materials for practical-based teaching including reagents, agarose and acrylamide gels, and cell and microbe cultures. To help maintain stocks of key reagents by reordering as necessary, and to maintain equipment through tracking service contracts and arranging onsite servicing and repairs as necessary. Operate and manage laboratory waste disposal systems, including the use of an autoclave Ensure a clean safe and organised laboratory environment.

The Person

In addition to holding a BSc degree in a relevant area, you will also have:

Knowledge and experience of key microbiology, molecular and cell biology techniques including basic microbiology, cell culture, PCR, western blotting, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR Experience of working in a research lab and supporting teaching activities Experience in ordering lab reagents Ability to work safely in a lab and perform common lab tasks related to microbiology, cell and molecular biology Good communication skills, to be able to communicate with staff, students and suppliers clearly and appropriately Good organizational skills Good time management skills and an ability to meet deadlines (for example, to have preparation for practical sessions completed on time)

How to Apply

Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk if you need any assistance with the application process.


Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 28th July 20205.


For informal enquiries about the position please contact Professor Bernadine Idowu, bernadine.idowu@uwl.ac.uk.

Additional Information

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl


Our school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBTQIA+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.


Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.


This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.


Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.


We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.


The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.



Department
School of Biomedical Sciences
Location
St Mary's Road
Salary
31,048 to 36,801 per annum
Release Date
Monday 14 July 2025
Closing Date

Monday 21 July 2025
Interview Date
Wednesday 30 July 2025
Reference
MBIO17