Apprentice Chemistry Technician

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Surrey invites applications for an Apprentice Chemistry Laboratory Technician within the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. The role supports academic and research staff, performing laboratory duties, administrative tasks, and assisting with experiments as part of a Level 6 apprenticeship that leads toward a degree in Chemistry.

You will study over five years, meeting entry requirements including a C grade in A-Level Chemistry, and you will earn while you learn with

Qualifications

• Laboratory techniques and general lab tasks.
• Academic support and data handling.
• Attention to safety and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support academic and research staff with routine laboratory duties.
• Carry out general administrative tasks related to the lab and projects.
• Contribute to scientific research activities and experiments.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Education

Level 6 apprenticeship

A-Level Chemistry (C)

Job description

With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice Chemistry Laboratory Technician within the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

You will be supporting our academic and research staff with a range of laboratory duties, general administrative tasks, and scientific research. You will undertake a work-based training programme, and work towards a National Vocational Qualification in Laboratory Associated Techniques and an academic qualification depending upon entry qualifications.

The University of Surrey signed the Technician Commitment led by the Science Council to ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians across all disciplines. This position will provide opportunities to work alongside an experienced technical team, attend research seminars and build professional contacts across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

About You

The role is working Monday to Friday 36 hours per week. You will be studying towards a five-year programme for level 6 apprenticeship, during which you will complete a Degree in Chemistry. The successful candidate will have qualifications that meet the entry requirements for a level 6 apprenticeship, a C at A-Level in Chemistry, although we have accepted some D's depending on other A-Levels. This role offers a starting salary of £24,269, therefore offers the opportunity to earn whilst you learn.

The successful applicant with NOT need to take out a student loan.

The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early based on volume and calibre of applications.