Head Of Technical Operations (Core Technology Platforms)

The Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health within The University of Manchester seeks a Head of Technical Operations (Technology Platforms) for a permanent, full‑time post. Salary range will be £59,966‑£71,566 depending on experience.

Key responsibilities

• Embrace innovation and change, leading others through outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Think differently and embrace continuous improvement with a commitment to service excellence.
• Be proactive, resolving issues or challenges on own initiative.
• Build excellent inter‑ and cross‑institutional relationships to facilitate collaborative and interdisciplinary research.
• Ensure platforms remain at the forefront of technology development and application.
• Embeds within Core Technology Platforms commitment to Professional Services Vision pillars of Inclusivity, Sustainability, Agility and Service Excellence.

Reporting structure

The post holder will report directly to the Executive Director of Faculty Operations and work closely with the Vice Dean for Research and Innovation, the Associate Dean for Research Technology Platforms, and the Academic Directors of the Core Technology Platforms.

Equal opportunities

As an equal opportunities 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. We particularly welcome applications from women and those from a global majority background, who are under‑represented in technical services at this level. All appointments will be made on merit.

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

Contact information

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Elizabeth Micakovic, Executive Director of Faculty Operations
Email: elizabeth.micakovic@manchester.ac.uk

Name: Professor Kevin Couper, Director of the Core Technology Platforms

General enquiries: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

We are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points‑Based System. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK to be eligible to take up the post.

Interviews will be held on Monday 1st December.

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.