Technical Supervisor – Medical Research Facilities(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About the Role

The Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) is seeking a Technical Supervisor to support our expanding medical research activities.

You will take primary responsibility for:

Managing and maintaining tissue culture suites and microbiology laboratories.

Overseeing the Tissue Bank and associated sample database.

Assisting the Technical Services Manager with health and safety and other regulatory compliance.

Supporting a wide range of research activities across a diverse and growing portfolio.

This is a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facilities, compliance with relevant regulations, and support for high-quality biomedical and clinical research.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and organized individual with:

A proactive approach, strong initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education to Master’s level (or equivalent experience).

Extensive experience in mammalian cell culture techniques and molecular biology.

Some experience with processing and analyzing human tissue samples.

A solid understanding of laboratory health & safety in environments with biological and chemical hazards.

Experience in database maintenance and set-up, ideally with specialist software packages.

Awareness of the Human Tissue Act and its application to sample acquisition and storage.

Experience in laboratory management would be an advantage. This role is particularly suited to an experienced scientist seeking a career path in technical research management.

About the School

BSMS is a partnership between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton, and NHS organizations across the South-East. We are committed to:

Inclusivity and sustainability.

Excellence in medical education, clinical practice, and research (from translational to applied).

Creating a supportive and collaborative environment for staff and students.

Our research is recognized locally, nationally, and internationally, with a focus on:

Improving medical treatment.

Addressing key biomedical and clinical questions.

Delivering more personalized healthcare.

BSMS is proud to hold a Gold Athena Swan Award.

Why Work Here?

Beautiful 150-acre campus at the edge of the South Downs.

Excellent transport links: Falmer train station (5 minutes’ walk), local bus services, and cycle-to-work schemes.

A supportive, research-led, and internationally recognized university environment.

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with active encouragement of applications from under-represented groups in STEMM (women, Black, and minority ethnic candidates).

Visa Sponsorship: This role may be eligible. Please refer to our Skilled Worker Visa guidance for details.

All work for the University must be performed in the uk