14713 - Protein Production and Purification Senior Technician


Company:	The University of Edinburgh
Salary:	£34,610 to £39,906 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	City of Edinburgh
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	17 Sept 2026
Closing date:	8 Oct 2026

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Summary

UE06: £34,610 - £39,906 per annum

CSE / School of Biological Sciences

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 18 months

The Opportunity:

The School of Biological Sciences is seeking an experienced technician to provide specialist technical support within the Edinburgh Protein Production Facility (EPPF). The postholder will help ensure the efficient running, maintenance and development of the facility, supporting users across the University and external partners with protein expression, purification, and associated experimental design.

Applicants should have practical experience in protein expression and purification, including use and maintenance of modern liquid chromatography systems, alongside strong laboratory skills and good knowledge of health and safety procedures. Applicants should also have practical experience in running and providing advice on biophysical platforms in workflows for the solution QC of protein reagents. Excellent communication skills are essential, as the role involves advising and supporting a wide range of facility users.

Here, you can continue to make a difference in everything around you. Take on new challenges, grow your career, be recognised for your contributions, and benefit from our commitment to your wellbeing. Be part of something bigger - where your work has real impact and your development matters. There are so many reasons to take your next step with us.

Our technical staff are essential to supporting teaching, research, and the smooth operation of our facilities. Whether you're maintaining cutting-edge lab equipment, facilitating ground-breaking research, developing new techniques, or enhancing student and staff experience with top-notch facilities, your work will have a lasting impact that stretches far beyond our academic community.

A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:

Professional development and subject matter expertise

Opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your experience

Working within one of the world’s leading universities

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