Media Preparation Technician

The Francis Crick have an exciting opportunity available for a Media Preparation Technician ?????to join one of the world’s leading research Institutes at a crucial time in its evolution, and play a definitive role in shaping it for the future. You will join us on a full time, seconded position for six months, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary from £31,880, subject to skills and experience, with benefits.

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. 

The Media Preparation Technician role:

Every year the media preparation service at the Francis Crick Institute manufactures thousands of litres of research reagents, including culture media, buffers, microbiological plates and Drosophila (fruit fly) diet. You will assist in the smooth running of this crucial support function, formulating and dispensing reagents for use in research.

Working in a dedicated media lab at the Crick, your main duties will involve making up solutions and media for scientists to use in their laboratories and experiments to grow cells. You will be working closely with the team as well as scientists and other support services throughout the organisation. As you will be working with media, chemicals and consumables, strong attention to details is crucial to this role.

As a Media Preparation Technician at the Crick, you will:

As a Media Prep technician at the Crick, you will:

Producing, dispensing and sterilising products in a safe, accurate and reproducible method, following standard protocols

Maintaining a supply of chemicals and consumables

Operating equipment such as mixing vessels, autoclaves and analytical equipment

Keeping key laboratory records, databases and files up to date 

Maintaining good operational state of key equipment and the working environment 

Liaising with internal clients over their requirements and delivery schedules

As our Media Preparation Technician, you will bring:

Basic literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE Maths and English at grade A-C or equivalent)

Basic understanding of Chemistry (GCSE at grade A-C or equivalent)

Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work as part of a team

Familiarity with Microsoft Office software especially Excel

Good organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

What will you receive?

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:

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.

Closing date: 6th July 2025

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Media Preparation Technician please click ‘apply’ today, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note, this role may be taken down before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found, therefore we advise that you apply for the role as soon as you can

All offers of employment are subject to successful security screening and continuous eligibility to work in the United Kingdom