Mass Spectrometry Technologist
| Posting date: | 03 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,342 to £36,263 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 November 2025 |
| Location: | M20 4BX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MI/25/38 |
Summary
Mass Spectrometry Technologist
• Starting salary in the range: £23,342 - £36,263 (dependent upon experience) per annum.
• Job Ref: MI/25/38
•Duration: permanent position
About the role:
We are currently looking for a Mass Spectrometry Technologist within the Biological Mass Spectrometry facility. The aim of this post is to support all the protein/peptide MS service and development needs of CRUKMI research groups utilising protein chemistry, liquid chromatography, tandem mass spectrometry and associated data analysis.
About you:
You should have a degree in biological or chemical science (or equivalent relevant experience). You should have relevant experience working in a research, service or analytical laboratory including the maintenance of equipment to pre-defined standards. Experience with nano liquid chromatography, tandem MS, Orbitrap MS, statistical analysis, bioinformatics and automation systems would be a significant advantage. You should have effective communication skills (both verbal and written), be able to keep comprehensive records and have great organisational skills with the ability to solve problems independently. You need a proven ability to contribute to projects both intellectually and practically including the analysis and interpretation of complex results.
Why choose Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute?
The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk), an Institute of The University of Manchester (www.manchester.ac.uk), is a world-leading centre for excellence in cancer research. The Institute is core funded by Cancer Research UK (www.cancerresearchuk.org), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world. In spring 2023 the Institute moved into the new Paterson Building, a £150 million flagship purpose-built biomedical research centre directly attached to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust (www.christie.nhs.uk), in South Manchester.
We are partnered with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe. These factors combine to provide an exceptional environment in which to pursue basic, translational and clinical research programmes.
How to apply?
To apply for this position please visit our website: https://www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk/careers/
• Starting salary in the range: £23,342 - £36,263 (dependent upon experience) per annum.
• Job Ref: MI/25/38
•Duration: permanent position
About the role:
We are currently looking for a Mass Spectrometry Technologist within the Biological Mass Spectrometry facility. The aim of this post is to support all the protein/peptide MS service and development needs of CRUKMI research groups utilising protein chemistry, liquid chromatography, tandem mass spectrometry and associated data analysis.
About you:
You should have a degree in biological or chemical science (or equivalent relevant experience). You should have relevant experience working in a research, service or analytical laboratory including the maintenance of equipment to pre-defined standards. Experience with nano liquid chromatography, tandem MS, Orbitrap MS, statistical analysis, bioinformatics and automation systems would be a significant advantage. You should have effective communication skills (both verbal and written), be able to keep comprehensive records and have great organisational skills with the ability to solve problems independently. You need a proven ability to contribute to projects both intellectually and practically including the analysis and interpretation of complex results.
Why choose Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute?
The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk), an Institute of The University of Manchester (www.manchester.ac.uk), is a world-leading centre for excellence in cancer research. The Institute is core funded by Cancer Research UK (www.cancerresearchuk.org), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world. In spring 2023 the Institute moved into the new Paterson Building, a £150 million flagship purpose-built biomedical research centre directly attached to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust (www.christie.nhs.uk), in South Manchester.
We are partnered with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe. These factors combine to provide an exceptional environment in which to pursue basic, translational and clinical research programmes.
How to apply?
To apply for this position please visit our website: https://www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk/careers/