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Research Technician (Molecular Microbiology)
| Posting date: | 15 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £28,031 to £31,236 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 June 2026 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Glasgow |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 199653 |
Summary
College of Medical Veterinary & Life Sciences
School of Infection & Immunity
Vacancy title: Research Technician (Molecular Microbiology)
Vacancy Reference: 199653
Salary: UofG Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum
This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed-term with funding available up until 31 July 2028.
We anticipate a start date as 1st August 2026.
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
The School of Infection and Immunity is seeking to appoint a Research Technician to support research activities in molecular microbiology and host-pathogen interactions under the supervision of Dr Justine Rudkin (Principal Investigator). The post holder will contribute to the team’s research on the nasal microbiome, with a focus on intra-kingdom interactions between bacterial species, and host-pathogen interactions at the nasal epithelial cell surface.
The role will involve routine laboratory tasks alongside specialised research activities, and requires a consistent, hands-on presence in the laboratory. The successful candidate will demonstrate academic curiosity, reliability, attention to detail, and take a proactive approach to problem-solving and lab organisation. They will contribute to experiments, lab organisation, and supervision and training of team members, including students, to support ongoing research.
Any informal enquiries on this post may be directed to Dr Justine Rudkin via email: justine.rudkin@glasgow.ac.uk
Apply online at: https://www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-technician-molecular-microbiology-5906883
Closing date: 23:45 on Monday 1st June 2026
Please note that for this vacancy, the University of Glasgow is unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa category of the UKVI Points Based System. This is due to the role not meeting UKVI (Home Office) requirements.
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.
School of Infection & Immunity
Vacancy title: Research Technician (Molecular Microbiology)
Vacancy Reference: 199653
Salary: UofG Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum
This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed-term with funding available up until 31 July 2028.
We anticipate a start date as 1st August 2026.
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
The School of Infection and Immunity is seeking to appoint a Research Technician to support research activities in molecular microbiology and host-pathogen interactions under the supervision of Dr Justine Rudkin (Principal Investigator). The post holder will contribute to the team’s research on the nasal microbiome, with a focus on intra-kingdom interactions between bacterial species, and host-pathogen interactions at the nasal epithelial cell surface.
The role will involve routine laboratory tasks alongside specialised research activities, and requires a consistent, hands-on presence in the laboratory. The successful candidate will demonstrate academic curiosity, reliability, attention to detail, and take a proactive approach to problem-solving and lab organisation. They will contribute to experiments, lab organisation, and supervision and training of team members, including students, to support ongoing research.
Any informal enquiries on this post may be directed to Dr Justine Rudkin via email: justine.rudkin@glasgow.ac.uk
Apply online at: https://www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-technician-molecular-microbiology-5906883
Closing date: 23:45 on Monday 1st June 2026
Please note that for this vacancy, the University of Glasgow is unable to progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa category of the UKVI Points Based System. This is due to the role not meeting UKVI (Home Office) requirements.
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.
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