Job Purpose

An exciting opportunity in the School of Cancer Sciences at the University of Glasgow to join a team researching the early stages of liver cancer and the establishment of a diseased state in the liver. The successful candidate would be expected to contribute to research output and support other researchers in the laboratory. Technical expertise using in vivo disease models, histology, imaging and molecular biology would be required. Along with a willingness to contribute to general laboratory upkeep and organisation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1.      Provide in-depth technical support and solutions for group members to ensure the delivery of research objectives.

2.      Contribute to the overall smooth and efficient running of the lab to ensure an excellent experience for all group members.

3.      In liaison with the  principal investigator, develop and test new equipment, procedures, protocols and technical models. Diagnose faults and troubleshoot day-to-day problems to enable continuation of research objectives.

4.      Design, plan and organise technical activities to meet the needs of the research team within agreed timescales.

5.      Advise and provide guidance to group members in the best application and operation of technical resources.

6.      In liaison with the principal investigator, monitor technical standards, advise, implement and evaluate improvements to existing protocols as required.

7.      Collect, analyse and interpret data using standard procedures and ensure that accurate records are kept and databases are updated accordingly. Present findings accurately.

8.      Where relevant, maintain appropriate stock levels, including appropriate preparation of specialised media and samples as required, and purchase consumables and supplies within defined budget.

9.      Where relevant, and in consultation with the principle investigator, ensure the safe and efficient functioning of the technical workspace and facilities, implementing health and safety policies as determined by the University and the Health and Safety Executive. Support the completion of risk assessments.

10.  Where relevant supervise junior team members including allocating work and monitoring progress and outputs.

11.  Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings/discussions and contribute to the wider College and School activities as required, including the Technician Commitment key themes, https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/technicians/

12.  Be aware and comply with Equality and Diversity policies of the University of Glasgow.

This is not an exhaustive list but outlines several key tasks that the postholder may reasonably be expected to carry out.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

A1  Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 7 [Advanced Higher / Scottish vocational Qualification level 3, Higher National Certificate] or equivalent, and experience of personal development in a similar role.

A2  Demonstrable in-depth technical knowledge and experience aligned to disease modelling specified in the job description. Including use of animal models, histological and imaging techniques and molecular biology techniques.

Desirable

B1  Extensive knowledge or qualifications pertaining to cancer biology.

B2  Understanding of relevant health and safety policies and procedures relative to the role, and the quality outputs and standards required.

Skills

Essential

C1  Excellent and demonstratable laboratory technical skills.

C2  Significant IT skills, including proficient user of relevant specialist and standard software packages.
C3  Well-developed analytical and problem-solving capability, including high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
C4  Proven interpersonal and communication skills.
C5  Excellent teamworking skills and where relevant to the post management skills.
C6  Ability to plan and prioritise workload to meet competing demands.

Experience

Essential

E1  Significant and demonstrable relevant work experience within a similar environment, including evidence of previous professional development.

E2  Experience of understanding and interpreting the technical requirements of staff and students and implementing appropriate methods of achieving their needs.

E3  Work experience in managing the day-to-day running of a laboratory.

E4  Experience of planning and organising own workload to meet the needs of the research team.

E5  Experience of relevant health and safety policies and procedures relative to the role, and the quality outputs and standards required.

Desirable

F1  Experience working with mammalian disease models.

F2  Experience with histological techniques and microscopy.

F3  Experience working with tissue culture and molecular biology techniques

F4  Experience of planning and organising own workload.

F5  Experience with software for analysing and plotting data for example GraphPad Prism.

Please note that as part of your application, you must address and demonstrate how you meet EACH of the essential and desirable criteria.  Applicants that do not address every criterion will not be shortlisted for interview.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum.

This post is full time and open ended with funding available up until 30th November 2029.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University  https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

Closing date: 23:45 on Monday 9th March 2026