Job Description

Job Title:

Technician

Posting Start Date:

09/12/2025

Job Id:

1998

School/Department:

School of Medicine & Population Health

Work Arrangement:

Full Time (On site)

Contract Type:

Fixed-term

Salary per annum ():

32,080.00

Closing Date:

05/01/2026

Overview

Applications are invited for the post of Technician to join Sheffield's Viral Immunotherapy for Bone Efficacy (VIBE) lab led by Dr Faith Howard based within School of Medicine and Population Health at the University of Sheffield's Medical School.



We are seeking a highly motivated, practically skilled, well organised individual to work on an exciting 1-year PCR/BCN-funded project where we will synthesise nanoparticles to carry oncolytic viruses to metastatic bone tumours. We aim to evaluate these precision nanoparticles for their protective properties and guidance capabilities towards prostate cancer bone metastases, paving the way for targeted immunotherapy delivery against currently incurable cancers.

Main duties and responsibilities

Design, execute and evaluate experiments Keep excellent experimental records Prepare reports regularly and feed back to other members of the research group. Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts, attend and deliver seminars/lab meetings Help supervise undergraduate and MSc students Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Criteria

Essential or desirable

Stage(s) assessed at

Have a degree or Higher National Diploma in a relevant scientific/engineering field (or have equivalent experience).


Essential


Application/interview


Extensive practical and theoretical experience in human cell culture growth.


Essential


Application/interview


Experience of designing experiments and accurately collecting data with subsequent robust analysis using appropriate statistical methods.


Essential


Application/interview


Ability to update and acquire new skills and knowledge in line with advances in the relevant subject area, including technical expertise and experience.


Essential


Application/interview


Knowledge of and compliance with good laboratory practice.


Essential


Application/interview


Awareness of laboratory safety and general laboratory competence.


Essential


Interview


Effective written and verbal communication skills.


Essential


Application/interview


Experience of preparing and delivering presentations and reports on data generated.


Essential


Application/interview


Ability to work either independently and/or as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet deadlines.


Essential


Interview


Generic IT skills, including Microsoft Office suite and Prism.


Essential


Application/interview


Good organisational and time management skills and a proven ability to keep accurate and reliable records.


Essential


Interview


Expertise in oncolytic virus propagation.


Desirable


Application/interview


Practical and theoretical experience in nanoparticle synthesis/ drug delivery.


Desirable


Application/interview


A Home Office Licence and practical experience performing in vivo studies.


Desirable


Application/Interview

Further Information

Grade

6

Salary:

32,080 - 34,610

Work arrangement:

Full-time

Duration:

1 year (01/02/2026 - 31/01/2027)

Line manager:

Project Lead

Direct reports:

Project Lead

Our website:

https://sheffield.ac.uk/smph/people/academic/clinical-medicine/faith-howard



For informal enquiries about this job contact

Dr Faith Howard, Project Lead at

f.howard@sheffield.ac.uk

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in January 2026. This will consist of a short presentation of past research followed by a panel interview with an opportunity to see the facilities, meet with other lab members and ask questions. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage on the week commencing 8th January. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact

smph-west-staffing@sheffield.ac.uk

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision ().

What we offer

A minimum of 41days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more. Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles. Generous pension scheme. A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel. A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women's and Parent's networks). Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role. A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes integrated with our Academic Career Pathways. A range of generous family-friendly policies + paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
+ support for those going through the menopause
+ paid time off and support for fertility treatment
+ and more





We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.