"Insect Colony Manager/Technician"

University of Leicester - Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences

Location:	Leicester
Salary:	£26,707 to £31,236 per annum, pro-rata if part-time. Grade 5
Hours:	Full Time, Part Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 3rd March 2026

Closes: 15th March 2026

Job Ref: 12902

Vacancy terms: Full-time, part-time (0.571FTE, 20 hours per week) or job share considered, fixed term contract for 12 months

Hours per week: 35

About the role

This role supports research into circadian rhythms in insects under the supervision of Professors Charalambos Kyriacou and Ezio Rosato. You will maintain Drosophila melanogaster and black soldier fly colonies, prepare reagents and media, and contribute to molecular, behavioural and bioinformatic experiments. You will also support general laboratory operations, ensure documentation and equipment are maintained, and take part in a wider UKRI-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie network.

You will record and present experimental data, contribute to laboratory meetings, and assist in the supervision of MSc, undergraduate and Erasmus+ students.

About you

You will have technical or scientific education to ONC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent), knowledge of laboratory safety, and experience working with DNA and proteins. You will be confident using standard computer software, able to communicate clearly, and capable of working independently while contributing effectively to a team. Experience with Drosophila, microscopy and laboratory sustainability under the LEAF framework would be advantageous.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Prof Charalambos P Kyriacou on cpk@leicester.ac.uk

Applications for job share will be considered.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying.

Advert closes midnight on: 15 March 2026