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The post-holder will spend their time working as part of a wider research team to collect sputum samples as well as samples obtained from research bronchoscopies and lung tissue samples from COPD patients and controls. The post-holder will be involved in the processing of sputum and lung samples for bacterial culture, identification and quantitation. These samples will also need to be processed so that they can be used for cell culture studies. The post-holder will be involved at all stages of sample collection and processing and ensure all sample records are maintained. The post-holder will have experience in aseptic technique and cell culture. The post holder will have extensive experience in microbiology techniques as well as some of the following techniques; sputum processing, RNA extraction from cells and tissue, real-time PCR, protein extraction from cells and tissue. The post holder will also be involved in general laboratory maintenance.
Training will be given in laboratory techniques where needed. Due to dependence of the work on patient samples, working hours may be spread across a 7 day week. We are looking for a candidate with laboratory experience. A confident team player is needed to interact with clinical and non-clinical staff in a multidisciplinary team environment.
What you will get in return:
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 recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to people.talent@manchester.ac.uk
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:
Dr Simon Lea
Tel: 0161 291 5862
Email simon.lea@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: recruitmentservices.people@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.
hackajob is partnering with The University of Manchester to fill this position. Create a profile to be automatically considered for this role—and others that match your experience.