The Francis Crick Institute
Confocal Manager (Laboratory Research Scientist)
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Confocal Manager (Laboratory Research Scientist)
Salary: From £37,735 per annum with benefits, subject to skills and experience
Closing Date: 20th of October 2026 at 23:59
About the Role
Reporting to: Head of Crick Advanced Light Microscopy
Details of the role:
- Working pattern: Full-time, permanent position on Crick terms and conditions of employment
We are seeking a Confocal Manager to help optimise and maintain a fleet of advanced point- and array-scanning confocal microscopes, which enable the world-leading research conducted by our research labs.
You will play an important role in ensuring our imaging platform delivers the high level of confocal microscope performance and reliability required by our researchers. This is a varied, hands-on position that combines microscope quality control, technical troubleshooting, close interaction with service engineers, and quality assurance.
What you will be doing:
- Acquire and analyse standardized images of test samples, designed to capture key features of instrument performance
- Maintain a record of system performance for each confocal microscope under our care
- Coordinate with local users to understand instrument performance issues
- Coordinate with service engineers to arrange equipment repairs and follow up to ensure these are done correctly
- Evaluate new methods for routine microscope maintenance
- Inspect and clean microscope components, including objectives, eyepieces, and peripherals
- Replenish lab consumables, including lens tissues and immersion oil
- Install and update software
- Implement web-based projects for internal viewing and comparison
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About you
- A degree or experience in physics, engineering, or a related subject/field
- Some experience working with technical instruments
- Familiarity with basic statistics
- Ability to work effectively within a team and to work independently
- Project management skills, including the ability to prioritise work
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think creatively and problem-solve
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work with and analyse spreadsheets (Google & Excel)
About Working at the Crick
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What will you receive?
- Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
- Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
- Health & Well-being:
- 24/7 GP consultation services.
- Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
- Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
- Work-Life Balance:
- Back-up care for dependents.
- Childcare support allowance.
- Annual leave purchase options.
- Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
- Perks:
- Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
- Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.
Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed.
We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.
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