Research Assistant in Evolutionary Microbiology

6 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

What you will get in return:

- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here

**Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.**

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

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