Laboratory Technician

University of Southampton; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a proactive individual to support the Research Laboratory infrastructure and ensure adherence to health and safety standards. Key responsibilities include assisting with equipment and facilities, while promoting a positive workplace culture. Ideal candidates should have laboratory experience and a strong sense of detail. Applications are encouraged from diverse communities, fostering an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience or similar work is an advantage.
• Appreciation of hazards in the workplace.
• Ability to promote a positive health & safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the support of Research Laboratory infrastructure, basic equipment, and facilities.
• Participate in the promotion of a positive health & safety culture.

Job description

The School of Biological Sciences technical team is looking to recruit a team player to assist with the support of Research Laboratory infrastructure, basic equipment, and facilities. The post is available until the end of February 2028. Laboratory experience or similar work is an advantage, but it is essential you have an appreciation of hazards in the workplace and can participate in the promotion of a positive health & safety culture. The Biological Sciences technical team is an adaptable, proactive, and hardworking team and the ideal candidate should have a good range of skills that will complement the team’s work ethic, a keen eye for accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Please note the SoBS technical team does not participate in research or process samples for research projects.

The technical team is busy all year but especially during semesters, and you are discouraged from taking annual leave during this time.

The SoBS holds an Athena Swan Silver award demonstrating a commitment to equal opportunities and gender balance in the workplace.

The University is a signatory of the Technician Commitment and has pledged to support our technicians within the key areas of recognition, visibility, career development and sustainability: www.southampton.ac.uk/about/our-people/technical-staff.page

The University aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic, LGBT and disabled applicants to apply for this position.

You are welcome to raise any queries with Mrs Rachel Fitzearle the Senior Technical Manager on email: [e-mail], tel : [phone]

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