Actionus

Greater Manchester

Laboratory Science jobs in Manchester.

Laboratory teams across analytical, QC, R&D and diagnostics settings need scientists and technicians who can work to GLP, GMP and UKAS standards from day one. Actionus supplies laboratory staff for shift, contract and permanent roles across industry and research.

Register for Manchester roles →Search all Manchester jobs →

Live Roles

No advertised roles in Manchester right now. Register for exclusive access to off-market jobs.

New Manchester vacancies are released regularly and many are filled before they are advertised. Register your details and we'll contact you privately when a matching laboratory science role opens in Greater Manchester.

Hiring in Manchester

What the Manchester market looks like.

Greater Manchester operates one of the largest integrated care systems in England, and its scale means assignments frequently span multiple sites under a single trust. Devolved health and social care commissioning has also pushed a lot of demand into community, discharge and reablement teams rather than acute wards alone.

Major employers in Greater Manchester

  • —Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
  • —The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Salford · Stockport · Oldham · Bolton · Wigan · Trafford · Rochdale

Typical settings

  • Analytical and QC laboratories
  • Research and development laboratories
  • Diagnostics providers
  • Academic and institute laboratories

Common specialities

  • Analytical chemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular biology
  • Cell culture
  • Quality control
  • Method validation

Other roles in Manchester

Questions

Laboratory Science work in Manchester, answered.

What laboratory science jobs are available in Manchester?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent laboratory science roles across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area, including analytical and qc laboratories, research and development laboratories, diagnostics providers. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire laboratory scientists and technicians in Manchester?
Actionus works with life sciences employers across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area, including public sector organisations, local authorities, independent providers and private employers hiring laboratory scientists and technicians.
What registration do I need to work as a laboratory science professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Manchester?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

Browse more

Laboratory Science jobs by city

Get in touch

Looking for laboratory science staff in Manchester?

Hire laboratory scientists and technicians →Contact us →