Chemistry Science Technician – Long-Term, Full-Time Role

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting for a Science Technician (Chemistry) in Tower Hamlets, East London. The role supports an Outstanding secondary school and involves preparing materials, assisting with experiments, and maintaining lab safety.

The successful candidate will have a strong Chemistry background, potential for a Chemistry degree, and prior lab experience. This is a long-term, full-time position within a supportive Science Department.

Qualifications

• Strong Chemistry background required.
• Good IT and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Reliable, proactive and professional approach.
• Genuine desire to pursue a long-term career as a Science Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment, chemicals and resources for practical lessons.
• Support teachers with experiments and demonstrations.
• Safely handle, store and dispose of chemicals.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory health and safety.
• Maintain and organise laboratory equipment and resources.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to the Science Department.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

IT skills

Organisational skills

English fluency

Education

Chemistry degree or related science

Job description

Academics is recruiting for a Science Technician (Chemistry) in Tower Hamlets, East London. The role supports an Outstanding secondary school and involves preparing materials, assisting with experiments, and maintaining lab safety.

The successful candidate will have a strong Chemistry background, potential for a Chemistry degree, and prior lab experience. This is a long-term, full-time position within a supportive Science Department.