Lab Technician (Teaching Lab) at the University of Leeds

National Technician Development Centre; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leeds is seeking a Lab Technician to support its teaching laboratory within the School of Chemistry. The position requires excellent manual dexterity, proven lab experience, and effective communication skills. With flexible working options and various benefits, this role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays

Discounted gym membership

Access to professional development courses

On-site childcare

Shopping discounts

Travel schemes

Qualifications

• Proven laboratory experience.
• Strong student service orientation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Planning and organizing laboratory operations.
• Preparation of materials and maintaining equipment.
• Enhancing student experience through demonstrations.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Education

A-Level in Chemistry (or equivalent)

Job description

Lab Technician (Teaching Lab) at the University of Leeds

Location: Leeds - Main Campus

Faculty/Service: Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences

School/Institute: School of Chemistry

Category: Technical Support

Grade: Grade 4

Working Time: 35 hours per week

Post Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Ongoing

Release Date: Wednesday 04 June 2025

Closing Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025

Reference: EPSCH1122

Are you an enthusiastic, well-organised, technically adept, and versatile individual with a strong student service orientation? Do you want to use your skills and experience to support our busy laboratory and help deliver an excellent teaching experience for our students?

We are looking for a professional and proactive individual to provide support for our teaching Laboratory in the School of Chemistry. Responsibilities include planning, organisation, operation of the laboratory, preparation of materials, maintaining equipment, and enhancing the student experience through demonstrations and support.

You should have an A-Level in Chemistry (or equivalent), proven laboratory experience, excellent manual dexterity, and problem-solving skills. Effective communication with staff and students across the School of Chemistry is essential.

This position involves a two-stage selection process, including an online interview and practical activities to assess skills against the person specification.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Benefits include 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays (total 42 days off annually), discounted gym membership, access to professional development courses, on-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes.