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Technician
University of Sheffield
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4.4
Sheffield
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Hybrid work
£32,080 - £34,610 a year
Fixed term contract, Full-time

Job details

£32,080 - £34,610 a year
Employee discount, Company pension
Fixed term contract, Full-time
Hybrid work in Level 2Regent Court211 Portobello, Sheffield

Full job description

Job Description
Job Title: Technician
Posting Start Date: 09/12/2025
Job Id: 1998
School/Department: School of Medicine & Population Health
Work Arrangement: Full Time (On site)
Contract Type: Fixed-term
Salary per annum (£): 32,080.00
Closing Date: 05/01/2026
Overview

Applications are invited for the post of Technician to join Sheffield’s Viral Immunotherapy for Bone Efficacy (VIBE) lab led by Dr Faith Howard based within School of Medicine and Population Health at the University of Sheffield’s Medical School.

We are seeking a highly motivated, practically skilled, well organised individual to work on an exciting 1-year PCR/BCN-funded project where we will synthesise nanoparticles to carry oncolytic viruses to metastatic bone tumours. We aim to evaluate these precision nanoparticles for their protective properties and guidance capabilities towards prostate cancer bone metastases, paving the way for targeted immunotherapy delivery against currently incurable cancers.

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Design, execute and evaluate experiments
  • Keep excellent experimental records
  • Prepare reports regularly and feed back to other members of the research group.
  • Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts, attend and deliver seminars/lab meetings
  • Help supervise undergraduate and MSc students
  • Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

Person Specification
Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Criteria

Essential or desirable

Stage(s) assessed at

Have a degree or Higher National Diploma in a relevant scientific/engineering field (or have equivalent experience).

Essential

Application/interview

Extensive practical and theoretical experience in human cell culture growth.

Essential

Application/interview

Experience of designing experiments and accurately collecting data with subsequent robust analysis using appropriate statistical methods.

Essential

Application/interview

Ability to update and acquire new skills and knowledge in line with advances in the relevant subject area, including technical expertise and experience.

Essential

Application/interview

Knowledge of and compliance with good laboratory practice.

Essential

Application/interview

Awareness of laboratory safety and general laboratory competence.

Essential

Interview

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Essential

Application/interview

Experience of preparing and delivering presentations and reports on data generated.

Essential

Application/interview

Ability to work either independently and/or as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet deadlines.

Essential

Interview

Generic IT skills, including Microsoft Office suite and Prism.

Essential

Application/interview

Good organisational and time management skills and a proven ability to keep accurate and reliable records.

Essential

Interview

Expertise in oncolytic virus propagation.

Desirable

Application/interview

Practical and theoretical experience in nanoparticle synthesis/ drug delivery.

Desirable

Application/interview

A Home Office Licence and practical experience performing in vivo studies.

Desirable

Application/Interview

Further Information
Grade: 6
Salary: £32,080 – £34,610
Work arrangement: Full-time
Duration: 1 year (01/02/2026 – 31/01/2027)
Line manager: Project Lead
Direct reports: Project Lead
Our website: https://sheffield.ac.uk/smph/people/academic/clinical-medicine/faith-howard

For informal enquiries about this job contact
Dr Faith Howard, Project Lead at f.howard@sheffield.ac.uk

Next steps in the recruitment process
It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in January 2026. This will consist of a short presentation of past research followed by a panel interview with an opportunity to see the facilities, meet with other lab members and ask questions. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage on the week commencing 8th January. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact smph-west-staffing@sheffield.ac.uk

Our vision and strategic plan
We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision ().
What we offer
  • A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
  • Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
  • Generous pension scheme.
  • A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
  • A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
  • Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
  • A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.
  • A range of generous family-friendly policies
    • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
    • support for those going through the menopause
    • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
    • and more

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.
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