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Specialist Technician (Research Facility)

University of Bristol - Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences

Location: Bristol
Salary: £36,320 to £40,704 per annum, Grade: H
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 3rd November 2026
Closes: 23rd November 2026
Job Ref: SUPP113894

The role

The Berger Schaffitzel laboratories are seeking to fill a Specialist Research Technician post at the School of Biochemistry, University of Bristol UK.

You will manage the MultiBac baculovirus/insect cell facility and the molecular biology platforms, showing a high degree of independence and resourcefulness. You will underpin world-class research in molecular and structural biology.

You will participate in a vibrant and dynamic research environment in a laboratory developing and applying cutting edge technology to generate new knowledge and biological insights in a top 10 UK University, in one of the best cities to live in the UK.  

What will you be doing?

You will be part of a leading research team engaged in transcription factor research. Showing a high degree of independence, you will manage, resource and operate the baculovirus/insect cell platform in the Eukaryotic Expression Facility (EEF), using the MultiBac technology developed by the Berger Schaffitzel team, and you will manage and operate the molecular biology platforms associated with MultiBac operations. Using cutting-edge technology, you will carry out and underpin world-class research relevant to gene regulation and fertility. 

You should apply if

You:

  • Enjoy working on cutting-edge projects in molecular and structural biology
  • Are a dedicated team player
  • Are independent and resourceful and excited about managing high-tech platforms including the MultiBac baculovirus/insect cell expression system
  • Have a keen interest in gene expression research
  • Have experience with eukaryotic cell culture / tissue culture work  

Additional information

Contract type: Fixed term until 31/12/2027

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Monday 23 November 2026

Selection timeline:

  • Shortlisting: Tuesday 24 November 2026
  • Interviews: Within week commencing 30 November 2026

For informal queries please contact: Prof Imre Berger, Professor of Biochemistry via email: imre.berger@bristol.ac.uk and Dr Gunjan Gautam, Senior Research Associate via email:gunjan.gautam@bristol.ac.uk

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