Technician

This post represents an exciting opportunity to join the Neural Tissue Engineering group in Keele University (NTEK), a cross-faculty group across the School of Medicine and the School of Life Sciences.

The post holder will work on a research project to expand the translational relevance of "BrainMix" – a mixed brain cell model developed by NTEK, that allows for advanced brain cell modelling in a dish.

The role holder will provide support in conducting primary cell culture experiments, documenting and collecting data, microscopy and image analysis and analysis of data. You will also assist with laboratory orders and arranging collections/deliveries by couriers.

The data derived from the post will underpin a commercialisation project with the goal to spinout BrainMix as a Keele University company. Therefore, there will also be a requirement for secure handling of information concerning protocols and data.

You will have experience of providing technical support to neural cell culture experiments and have the ability to deliver technical activities in a timely and professional manner.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff.

In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site 'outstanding' nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience.

With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Technician Commitment

Keele is one of more than 35 universities and research institutions from across the UK which have backed a pledge to support their technicians.

The Technician Commitment is a sector-wide initiative led by the Science Council and supported by the Gatsby Foundation, which aims to help address key challenges facing technical staff working in research. Five target areas have been identified, and the commitment will ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians across all disciplines at Keele

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Please note this appointment is subject to medical clearance by the University's Occupational Health provider.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Divya Maitreyi Chari Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 26th April 2026

Interviews will be held on: 8th May 2026

Post reference: KU00005070