University of Leeds
Research Technician in Microbiology
Research Technician in Microbiology at University of Leeds, based in Buckley, Wales, 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
- Buckley, Wales
- Closing date
- Sector
- Research Scientist
- Visa sponsorship
33% below the typical rate for research scientist
Reference ENVFS1174
About the role
Do you have experience in managing microbiology studies from design through delivery? Are you looking to take the next step in your career, with more autonomy and responsibility? Do you want to build your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities?
We are looking for a Research Technician to join a laboratory engaged in diverse aspects of research on gut microbiome research, spanning prebiotics and nutrition through to pharmaceutical and medical applications.
You will work with a novel in vitro model system (MiGut) developed at Leeds, taking a lead role in the planning and management of complex, multi-stranded experimental studies from initial design through execution, troubleshooting, and reporting. You will have responsibility for the molecular microbiology workstream (DNA extraction, PCR, and preparing samples for sequencing) as well as broader laboratory management duties including COSHH/risk assessments, procurement, and lab planning. You will work with Dr William Davis Birch within the commercial business unit MicroMimetics, delivering gut microbiome research services to industry.
Holding an undergraduate degree in Microbiology or a closely related discipline (or equivalent experience), you will have laboratory experience including molecular microbiology techniques, and a track record of managing your own workload. Experience with in vitro gut models is desirable but not essential; what matters most is your ability to take ownership of a study and see it through.
Please note this post will be campus based 5 days per week.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Dr Anthony Buckley, Lecturer
Email: [email removed]
Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role is not suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants. Information on other visa options is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026
Section: Technical Support
Salary: £29,588 to £33,002 per annum
Reference: ENVFS1174 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 12 Nov 2026 · Listed via University of Leeds
Apply for this job
This role is listed via University of Leeds. Applications are handled on the employer's site.
Apply on employer siteOpens the employer's website in a new tab.
Signed in? Every job you apply for counts toward your weekly goal and badges. How it works
Safe applying: a genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a DBS check, training or equipment, or move you onto WhatsApp before you are hired. If this listing does, report it and do not pay anything.