Technician (Electron Microscopy) in Manchester

We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our Electron Microscopy Core Facility as a Senior Technician (Electron Microscopy). This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-level laboratory technical support across the facility to support world‑class research and teaching within a dynamic and inclusive environment. You will be responsible for:

• Support expert and senior technical specialist (STS) with the operations of complex Electron Microscopy (EM) research equipment (e.g., TALOS TEM, GLACIOS TEM & Apreo Volumescope).
• Perform experimental and user support using a range of EM equipment and software, as well as developing and delivering training for students and staff in instrument operation and applications.
• Provide training, documentation (SOPs) and guidance in Electron Microscopy procedures.
• Fault find, troubleshoot and solve more complex equipment issues using your own advanced knowledge, experience and initiative.
• Take day‑to‑day responsibility for the smooth and uninterrupted operation of research technical support and service provision activities.
• Excellent knowledge, understanding and experience of implementing and applying relevant health and safety requirements in a biological science environment (e.g. risk assessments, operating procedures, COSHH assessments)
• In depth experience of Electron Microscopy techniques/methodologies and procedures (tissue samples processing for transmission or scanning electron microscopy, production of ultrathin sections from resin embedded samples, operation of electron microscopes to view biological samples independently) and a familiarity with the fundamental scientific principles associated with these.
• Able to train others in the use of equipment and methodologies, including how to access support.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• A qualification in a biological science or related subject area e.g. degree, HND, HNC, or significant work experience of working independently in a relevant technical or scientific role., Knowledge of technical operations gained from within an Educational or service provision setting.
• Experience in complex sample processing and imaging: high pressure freezing, freeze substitution, correlative light electron microscopy, electron tomography etc.
• Experience of supervising staff, trainees and/or apprentices.
• An aptitude for training and mentoring students from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Professional Registration or a willingness to work towards this.
• We value transferable skills and real‑world experience as much as formal qualifications.
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays
• Purple Place employee discount platform