University of Leeds
Research Technician
Research Technician at University of Leeds, based in Leeds, Yorkshire, paying £29,588 - £33,002 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £29,588 - £33,002 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Leeds, Yorkshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Quality Control
- Visa sponsorship
25% below the typical rate for quality control
Reference MHLMR1239
About the role
Can you provide technical support to research studies?
Do you have excellent analytical, organisational and time-management skills? Do you have technical skills in microbiology?
You will join an active research group comprising of Clinical Academics, Research Technicians, PhD students and post-doc researchers, engaged in a diverse range of objectives regarding Healthcare Associated Infection Research and Antimicrobial Resistance research Your role will involve working with Clostridioides difficile molecular analysis and diagnostic assays, including immunoassays, culture and molecular assays, antimicrobial susceptibility and quality control specimens for different studies. With an advanced City & Guild, BTEC Higher National Certificate, Higher Diploma or equivalent (may include completing a relevant degree course), you will have substantial laboratory experience, a keen interest in medical microbiology and be well organised. Experience working with anaerobic bacteria and C. difficile would be an advantage. You will be encouraged to develop your initiative and independence, and be given the opportunity of career development.
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team. All FMH staff are entitled to ten days staff development per year (pro rata). Please speak to your Line Manager about how you can utilise these.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
Visa Eligibility
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Georgina Davis, Research Programme and Operations Manager
Email: [email removed]
or
Haseena Khan, Senior Research Technician
Email: [email removed]
Closing Date: 16 Nov 2026
Section: Technical Support
Salary: £29,588 to £33,002 per annum
Reference: MHLMR1239 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 16 Nov 2026 · Listed via University of Leeds
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