Technician – Food and Nutrition

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Technician for its Food and Nutrition department. The role involves supporting innovative research on indoor farming techniques, focusing on analytical chemistry and data management. Candidates with a relevant degree or practical experience are encouraged to apply, with flexible working arrangements available.

Qualifications

• Degree or practical experience in analytical chemistry required.
• Laboratory experience necessary.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support research in analytical chemistry, including sample processing.
• Collate data for research publications with opportunities to be a named author.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Data Collation

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Food Sciences, Nutritional Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry or related fields

Job description

Job Title:

Technician – Food and Nutrition, Reading

Employer:

University of Reading

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Reference:

75dc13fcb816

Job Views:

2

Posted Date:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the Food and Nutrition department at the University of Reading, one of the UK’s top 10 Universities for Food Science. The successful candidate will work closely with researchers and academics on research into indoor farmed lettuce, focusing on making indoor farming more efficient and sustainable.

The position involves supporting research in analytical chemistry, including sample processing and techniques such as LCMS and GCMS, with training provided. Responsibilities include data collation for research publications, with opportunities to be a named author.

Requirements include a degree in food sciences, nutritional sciences, agricultural sciences, chemistry, or related fields, or practical experience in analytical chemistry. Laboratory experience and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office are also necessary.

Applicants should review the Person Specification linked to this advert for detailed criteria. The closing date for applications is 8th June 2024 at 23:59, with the interview date to be confirmed.

Additional Information:

Applicants from both external and internal candidates are welcome. The role may be considered on a seconded basis for current staff. For more details, contact Dr. Martin Chadwick, Senior Postdoctoral Researcher, or the Dean of Research.

The University values diversity and inclusion and supports various equality initiatives. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered.