5481-E2 - Senior Technical Services Manager: Clinical Pharmacy/Science Technical Services

University of Greenwich; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Hybrid working options

Job summary

The University of Greenwich's Medway School of Pharmacy is seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager to lead our technical team across clinical and science laboratories, and simulation-based teaching environments.

You will oversee technical services supporting around 700 undergraduates and 100+ postgraduates, ensuring safe, efficient operations and continuous improvement, while championing staff development and the Technician Commitment.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, equivalent qualification, or substantial professional experience in Pharmacy or Healthcare.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in technical or managerial areas.
• Interest in supporting development of MPharm and clinical skills training, including simulation‑based learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical team across clinical Pharmacy and Science laboratories and simulation-based teaching environments.
• Oversee technical services ensuring safe, efficient, and innovative operation of laboratories, simulation suites and facilities.
• Support professional development of technical staff and advocate for Technician Commitment.

Skills

Leadership

Lab operations

Health & safety

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Equivalent qualification

Experience in Pharmacy/Healthcare environments

Job description

Senior Technical Services Manager: Clinical Pharmacy/Science Technical Services

Medway School of Pharmacy

Location

Medway Campus

Salary

£46,049 to £56,535 per annum

Contract Type

Permanent

Release Date

Tuesday 27 October 2026

Closing Date

Tuesday 10 November 2026

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Reference

5481-E2

Job Description & Person Specification

The Medway School of Pharmacy — a joint initiative between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent — is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager to lead our committed technical team across our clinical laboratories, science laboratories, and simulation‑based teaching environments.

Supporting around 700 undergraduate and 100+ postgraduate students, our School delivers high‑quality Pharmacy education and research. You will oversee a team of Clinical Pharmacy and Science‑based technicians, ensuring excellent technical provision for practical teaching, clinical skills training, and simulation activities.

You will manage and develop technical services across the School, ensuring our laboratories, simulation suites, and specialist facilities operate safely, efficiently, and innovatively. You will champion continuous improvement and support the professional growth of technical staff, including active advocacy for the Technician Commitment

We are looking for someone who brings strong leadership and a passion for advancing technical support in Pharmacy education.

You Will Have

• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, equivalent qualification, or substantial professional experience in Pharmacy or Healthcare.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in technical or managerial areas.
• A genuine interest in supporting the development of MPharm and clinical skills training, including simulation‑based learning.
• Strong organisational and operational management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
• A comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessment processes.
• A commitment to innovation and enhancing technical services across laboratory and simulation environments.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Michelle Brothers [e-mail]

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on [e-mail]

The university is a brilliant place to work. We aim to become the top modern university in the UK by 2030 and our people are truly at the heart of what we want to achieve. We offer a great set of benefits including an excellent pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, flexible working options including hybrid working and a genuine commitment to development.

We are looking for people who can help us achieve our Strategic Plan, through the values we expect for our whole university community, of being Inclusive, Collaborative and Impactful.

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We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge/Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff and removing barriers to improve inclusion.

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form.

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience, and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management

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