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Aquarium & Research Facilities Technician

Contract type: Open ended - Full time (37 hours per week)

Salary: Grade 2 £24,900 to £29,959 per annum depending on experience

Closing date: 06 Jul 2025 11:59 PM

To ensure the effective operation, maintenance and improvement of research facilities with a focus on our unique seawater life support and aquatic systems. You will support the aquarium team to design, develop and maintain experimental set ups for research projects and take an active role in ensuring animal care and welfare. As part of the Operations Directorate you will work as part of the wider team to support us as a destination for marine biology discovery.

The Marine Biological Association, Plymouth, PL1 2PB, UK

Site Services Coordinator

Contract type: Open ended - Full time (37 hours per week)

Salary: Grade 2 £24,900 per annum

Closing date: 13 Jul 2025 11:59 PM

To provide a central support role for the effective operation of the organisation’s site, facilities, events and bookings. To undertake a range of operational duties and coordinate with others internally and externally to ensure a high-level customer service, responsiveness and efficiency for a welcoming, clean, safe and secure environment for staff, students and visitors.

The Marine Biological Association, Plymouth, PL1 2PB, UK

Postdoctoral Research Assistant

Contract type: Fixed-term (38 months - project start date 01.09.2025)

Salary: Grade 3 SP27 £35,116 to Grade 4 SP31 £39,355 per annum depending on experience

Closing date: 14 Jul 2025 11:59 PM

The study of cell signalling processes in diatoms and other algae, designing and conducting experiments using a range of model organisms. The post will involve fluorescent microscopy, genetic manipulation and cell physiology approaches. Bioinformatic approaches will also be used for comparative genomics and molecular phylogenetics. The post will require data analysis and preparation of peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts for publication. Engagement with the wider scientific community.

The Marine Biological Association, Plymouth, PL1 2PB, UK

Social Media and Digital Content Officer

Contract type: Open

Salary: £24,900 to £30,805 pro rata, per annum

Closing date: 04 Aug 2025 12:00 AM

To plan, create, and deliver high-quality, engaging social media and digital content that supports the Marine Biological Association’s (MBA) research, Membership support, fundraising, and events. This role is key to building the MBA’s digital presence in line with our brand, values and strategic goals.

The Marine Biological Association, Plymouth, PL1 2PB, UK