Geospatial Lab & Field Technician

University of Leicester; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leicester is seeking a Technician to join the Technical & Research Infrastructure Services team, supporting teaching and research in the School of Heritage and Culture. You will prepare facilities and equipment for teaching sessions, and provide technical guidance to users.

The role covers fieldwork activities and specialist equipment, plus procurement, stock management and maintaining high health and safety standards in laboratories and field environments.

Qualifications

• Formal technical or scientific education at ONC/NVQ3 level or equivalent.
• Knowledge of laboratory and fieldwork best practices and health and safety requirements.
• Experience with procuring equipment and consumables from suppliers.
• Experience implementing safe systems of work, including COSHH procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare facilities and equipment for teaching sessions and field activities.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and students.
• Maintain equipment records and stock in laboratories and field environments.
• Support fieldwork activities and ensure safety and compliance.
• Assist with procurement, stock management and ordering of consumables.
• Contribute to health and safety standards across teaching and research activities.

Skills

Health & safety

Communication

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Independent working

Team player

Education

ONC/NVQ3 level or equivalent

Job description

The University of Leicester is seeking a Technician to join the Technical & Research Infrastructure Services team, supporting teaching and research in the School of Heritage and Culture. You will prepare facilities and equipment for teaching sessions, and provide technical guidance to users.

The role covers fieldwork activities and specialist equipment, plus procurement, stock management and maintaining high health and safety standards in laboratories and field environments.