Research Technician

Posted on 08 December 2025 – Expiry 07 January 2026 –

Location:

Glasgow – Salary Grade 5, £28,031 – £31,236 per annum.

The School of Infection and Immunity, MRC‑University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR) is seeking to appoint a Research Technician to carry out research into virus cross‑species transmission and to provide support to other researchers in the laboratory. The post will mainly involve tissue culture, virus infections, reporter assays and common molecular virology techniques.

• Provide in‑depth technical support in respect of executing research techniques, generating data for inclusion in papers, reports and presentations.
• Maintain the group’s laboratory equipment and diagnose faults and troubleshoot day‑to‑day problems relating to equipment, techniques, procedures and protocols.
• In liaison with the PI, advise, implement and evaluate improvements to existing protocols as required.
• Collect, analyse and interpret data using standard procedures and ensure that accurate research records (electronic and traditional formats) are kept and databases are updated accordingly.
• Plan and organise day‑to‑day work to ensure that the experimental goals are delivered within previously agreed timescales.
• Supervise junior staff, where appropriate, and instruct, train and provide guidance to research staff and students in the techniques and operation of equipment and apparatus as directed by the supervisor or PI.
• Contribute to the well‑organised functioning of the laboratory and assist the PI in maintaining the stock levels and purchasing consumables and supplies, within budget, and in consultation with other members of the group.
• In consultation with the PI, ensure the safe and efficient functioning of the laboratory area and facilities. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting the completion of risk assessments and COSHH assessments, ensuring that all Health and Safety paperwork is completed and recorded accurately, and implementing and adhering to health and safety policies, as determined by the University, and the Health and Safety Executive.
• Participate in and organise laboratory housekeeping operations in CL2 laboratories and participate in the performance of routine communal tasks required for the smooth running of the laboratories.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings/discussions and departmental research group activities (such as the internal seminar programme).
• Keep up‑to‑date with advancements in technology and methodology, continually updating technical knowledge.
• Be aware and comply with Equality and Diversity policies of the University of Glasgow.

• A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework Level 7 (Advanced Higher/Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 3, HNC) or equivalent in relevant subject/s such as Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics, and experience of personal development in a similar role.
• A2 Knowledge of, and demonstrable experience in, molecular virology techniques including tissue culture, viral infections, plaque assays, western blotting, and molecular cloning.
• A3 Up to date knowledge of relevant laboratory Health and Safety practices.
• C1 Excellent and demonstrable laboratory technical skills and IT skills.
• C2 Reliable production of routine reagents, solutions, aliquots that the laboratory depends upon.
• C3 Highly organised with a meticulous approach to recording information.
• C4 Ability to work independently and troubleshoot problems.
• C5 Good interpersonal and writing skills to liaise with internal/external staff.
• C6 Ability to use initiative and judgement to plan and progress work.
• C7 Demonstrate ability to learn and adapt to rapidly changing protocols and technologies.
• E1 Significant and demonstrable relevant work experience (including, but not limited to, experience gained during degrees/research degrees where appropriate).
• E2 Work experience in a CL2 containment laboratory.
• E3 Work experience in tissue culture and molecular cloning.
• E4 Experience of understanding and interpreting the technical requirements of staff and students.
• E5 Downstream processing…