Faculty of Science
School of Biological Sciences
Research Technician (Part-Time, 0.6 FTE)
Ref: TC923
Starting salary from £26,707 per annum (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £30,378 per annum (pro rata).
UEA has some of the most innovative and highly regarded centres for research in the UK. Applications are invited for the post of Research Technician to assist in the research of a BBSRC-funded project which explores a novel role for amino acids in subverting metal toxicity in pathogenic Gram-positive bacteria.
The research aims to uncover new molecular mechanisms by which amino acid metabolism influences bacterial survival under metal stress, with implications for antimicrobial development and understanding host-pathogen interactions.
We are seeking a Research Technician to support laboratory activities associated with this project. You will assist in the preparation and execution of experiments, maintain laboratory stocks and equipment, and contribute to data collection and analysis. The role requires attention to detail, good organisational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Main Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and execution of microbiological and biochemical experiments.
- Maintain laboratory stocks, reagents, and equipment.
- Support data collection, entry, and basic analysis.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the laboratory and support the research team as required.
You will have laboratory experience in biological science, microbiology or biochemistry labs. You must be able to meet all of the essential criteria set out in the Person Specification.
This part-time (0.6 FTE) post is available from 1 November 2025 on a fixed term basis for up to three years.
Benefits include:
- 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
- The successful applicant will join the Centre for Microbial Interactions which is one of the world's largest groupings of microbiology expertise spanning a broad remit of active research areas. You will benefit from a dynamic and diverse research environment at Norwich Research Park exploring microbial interactions across a wide range of scales and disciplines. Our established infrastructure and collaborative culture provide an excellent platform to drive high-quality research and innovation, forge global partnerships, and train the next generation of microbiologists.
Closing date: 21 September 2025
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