Microbiologist
School of Science and Technology
Clifton Campus

Fixed-Term / Full Time Position

About the Role

We are inviting applications for a fixed-term Microbiologist post from people with expertise in microbiology to join the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) technical team. The post is a fixed term contract until the 31st of July 2024, with possibility of extension beyond this. You will work closely with clients to fulfil microbiology contracts that include antimicrobial susceptibility testing, strain identification, enumeration and ‘omics technologies – this will involve working closely with both internal and external experts and with commercial partners on a variety of projects from routine testing to developing new and emerging technologies in the area of microbiology.

Principal duties and responsibilities: You will work in the MTIF Clifton Site in our BSL2 category laboratories using the latest cutting edge specialist instrumentation and with access to sector leading expertise. You will liaise with our customers on a regular basis, providing microbiological data, know-how and reporting as required.

Interview date: week commencing 14th August 2023

If you have any queries about this role, please contact Dr Samantha McLean, MTIF Microbiology Lead and Senior Lecturer, samantha.mclean@ntu.ac.uk.

About Us: MTIF

MTIF is a dual site research and development facility available to industry and academic institutions to support and accelerate the development of innovative medical technologies. We are looking for a microbiologist who is an enthusiastic and motivated individual who will focus on developing a cutting edge microbiology facility that is fully integrated into other offerings within our facility, including ‘omics technologies, mammalian cell culture and other analytical techniques.

Working with leading scientists from the university and other institutions, you will assist our customers with their microbiology requirements from routine testing to bespoke assay and model development. This is a great opportunity to build a unique capability in a vibrant and distinctive facility that will accelerate the development of innovative technologies related to infection prevention and control.

Join Us

• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
• 25 days annual leave, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
• Generous pension scheme with life assurance. We contribute 17.2% of your salary.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• And a whole lot more…

Come and be part of our success. Apply today!

About NTU

NTU prides itself on being an inclusive employer. We value and celebrate equality in opportunities, and we welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of our communities.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.