Biochemistry Technician

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days leave

Pension benefits

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

The University of Glasgow is seeking a Biochemistry Technician to join the James Watt School of Engineering. This full-time, permanent role provides in-depth technical support to research and teaching activities, including setup of resources and maintenance of analytical equipment.

You will assist with data analysis, sample preparation, and safe handling of hazardous substances, contributing to lab operations across undergraduate and postgraduate training in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment supporting research and teaching.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare samples for experiments.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of analytical equipment.
• Commitment to health, safety and chemical handling protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth technical expertise to support research and teaching objectives.
• Set up and deploy technical resources and maintain analytical equipment.
• Support lab activities including data analysis, sample preparation and processing, and safe handling of hazardous substances.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Analytical equipment

Hazardous substances

Job description

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open ended.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for new Biochemistry Technician to join the University’s James Watt School of Engineering.

In this role you will provide in-depth technical expertise in the College of Science and Engineering supporting world leading research and undergraduate and post graduate training and teaching.

You will provide expert technical advice on the creation, set up and deployment of technical resources to aid the delivery of research and teaching objectives and on the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment.

You will play a critical role in delivering support across research lab activities including data analysis, sample preparation and processing, and the safe handling, use, and disposal of hazardous substances.

You will apply a range of laboratory, scientific, and chemical skills to support a range of technical services in line with the College Strategy.

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world-changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Biochemistry Technician

Company: University of Glasgow Salary: £28,031 to £31,236 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Glasgow, G12 8QQ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 22 Oct 2026 Closing date: 5 Nov 2026

Summary

College of Science & Engineering

James Watt School of Engineering

Biochemistry Technician

Vacancy Reference: 209553

Salary: UofG Grade 5, £28,031 - £31,236 per annum.

This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open ended.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a fantastic opportunity for new Biochemistry Technician to join the University’s James Watt School of Engineering.

In this role you will provide in-depth technical expertise in the College of Science and Engineering supporting world leading research and undergraduate and post graduate training and teaching.

You will provide expert technical advice on the creation, set up and deployment of technical resources to aid the delivery of research and teaching objectives and on the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment.

You will play a critical role in delivering support across research lab activities including data analysis, sample preparation and processing, and the safe handling, use, and disposal of hazardous substances.

You will apply a range of laboratory, scientific, and chemical skills to support a range of technical services in line with the College Strategy.

Closing date: 5 November 2026

As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world-changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.