Research Enhancement Officer (Fixed term for 10 months)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

Join LJMU to build a hands-on laboratory skills training programme for our research community. You will assist in the design and delivery of modular sessions across techniques in molecular biology (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR), high-throghput sequencing (e.g., Nanopore, Illumina sequencing), HPLC, flow cytometry, cell culture and microscopy, creating clear SOPs, guides and short video tutorials that support open, reproducible science.

What you will do:

• Plan and run practical training with defined learning outcomes; coordinate rooms, kit and safety.
• Develop accessible training materials (SOPs, guides, short videos) for reuse.
• Support pilot projects as part of training; help researchers set up assays and troubleshoot.
• Contribute to external workshops and STEM outreach with schools.
• Evaluate impact and champion research integrity, reproducibility and EDI.

About you:

• Honours degree (or equivalent lab experience) in a relevant science.
• Hands-on experience with advanced lab techniques (e.g., Nanopore, HPLC, microscopy, cell culture).
• Proven training/teaching delivery and excellent communication.
• Strong organisation and Health and Safety knowledge (e.g., COSHH/IATA).

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief.  All our appointments are made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata).