Laboratory Technician

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Guildford is seeking a Technical Support role to assist in Chemical Engineering. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory equipment and providing support for student projects. The ideal candidate will have laboratory experience and excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers an opportunity to work within a diverse technical team and contribute to high-quality educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an engineering or physical science laboratory.
• Passion for providing high-quality service and student experience.
• Enthusiasm for working flexibly across different contexts.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and repair laboratory equipment.
• Provide training and advice on analytical instrumentation.
• Support undergraduate practical classes and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The role

The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering seek an enthusiastic and adaptable individual to join our technical support team. The post holder will work in Chemical Engineering under the supervision of the School Technical Manager providing technical support to staff and student research activities in experimental chemical engineering as well as undergraduate and post graduate laboratory classes and projects.

The role involves design, maintenance and repair of equipment and apparatus in the laboratories, providing training and advice on analytical instrumentation, supporting the smooth running of undergraduate practical classes and assisting with monitoring and maintaining a safe working environment along with other technical duties as directed by the School Technical Manager.

The University of Surrey signed the Technician Commitment led by the Science Council, to ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability for technical staff across all disciplines. This position will provide opportunities to work alongside a diverse technical team and build professional contacts across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

About You

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience working in an engineering or physical science laboratory and who also has a passion for providing a high-quality service and student experience.

Enthusiasm and a willingness to work flexibly and to adapt to a range of different contexts are essential, alongside excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter with your application on the university website. Informal enquiries may be made to Mr Ben Gibbons ([e-mail]).