CASUAL - Laboratory Support Assistant (Grade 5)

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Durham University is seeking casual Laboratory Support Assistant (Grade 5) to assist students during practical laboratory classes in the Biosciences Department. The role supports equipment setup, dismantling, and hands-on guidance under supervision.

Applicants should be able to follow instruction, collaborate with staff, and contribute to health and safety practices while delivering timely service in a flexible, academic environment.

Qualifications

• Under instruction and training to support laboratory activities.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assist named undergraduate students during practical laboratory classes.
• Help prepare, set up and dismantle equipment and materials.
• Work with colleagues to construct equipment meeting requirements.
• Plan and prioritise tasks to deliver timely service.
• Respond to queries and escalate issues as required.
• Undertake development and analysis to assist in research projects under direction.
• Provide advice and guidance if requested.
• Contribute to health and safety practices.
• Identify and implement improvements to working activities.

Job description

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.

Job Description - CASUAL - Laboratory Support Assistant (Grade 5) (26001304)

Job Description

CASUAL - Laboratory Support Assistant (Grade 5)

Job Number:

26001304

Department of Biosciences

Casual/Atypical (Fees) - Atypical

Typical/Contracted Hours : 1

Closing Date

Ongoing

The University

At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting – Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.

Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.

Further information about the University can be found here .

The Biosciences Department is looking to recruit casual staff to assist students with disability needs. The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required.

Role

Responsibilities

Laboratory Support Assistant

Casual Grade 5

Under instruction and following appropriate training:

Assist named undergraduate students during practical laboratory classes.

Help prepare, set up and dismantle equipment and other materials.

Work with colleagues to construct equipment which will meet requirements.

Effectively plan, prioritise and respond to ensure an effective, timely service is delivered.

Respond to queries and deal with problems, escalating issues as required.

Undertake development and analysis to assist in research projects under direction.

Provide advice and guidance if requested.

Contribute to effective health and safety practices.

Work with colleagues to identify and implement improvements to working activities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable.

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.