Laboratory Technician

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Flexible working options

Pension scheme

Great facilities

Job summary

Nottingham Trent University’s School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Science is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support practical sessions in laboratories, workshops and studios, helping create an industry-relevant learning environment and enhance the employability of students.

You will maintain a safe working environment and stay up to date with discipline knowledge, while working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and guidance to students and academic colleagues during practical sessions and demonstrations in laboratories, workshops and studios.
• Maintain a safe working environment and elevate issues where necessary.
• Identify appropriate personal development opportunities and actively keep up to date with relevant discipline knowledge.
• Be a team player who is willing to support others, as necessary, as well as being able to work independently.

Job description

Making a Positive Impact, Together.

Doing things differently.

Laboratory Technician

Salary- 28,063 - £30,185 per annum

Full time/ Fixed term contract for 6 months

About the Role

As a member of the Technical Team, provide technical support and guidance to students and academic colleagues during practical sessions and demonstrations in laboratories, workshops and studios. Help create a positive, industry-relevant learning environment to enhance the employability prospects of students. Maintain a safe working environment and elevate issues where necessary. Identify appropriate personal development opportunities and actively keep up to date with relevant discipline knowledge. Be a team player who is willing to support others, as necessary, as well as being able to work independently.

For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly. To ensure the diverse needs of our team are met we actively encourage secondments and offer flexible part-time working patterns - we're focused on finding the right person for the role.

Interview Date: w/c 7th September 2026

About Us

We are the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Science (ARES) at Nottingham Trent University. Our business is nature: specifically, the environment, animal health and welfare, ecology and conservation, and agriculture and food production..

Our approach is innovative and inclusive. We feel it makes us that little bit different. It’s our goal to have a positive impact on the planet by improving the well being of environments, animals, plants, and people. If you see that passion in yourself, we can be a new, powerful partner in your career.

For any informal queries about the role or the ARES team, please contact Rich Plant(School Technical Manager) at [e-mail]

Join Us

We’ll look after you with ongoing support, good development opportunities and a competitive salary that rewards your contribution. We also offer generous holidays, flexible working options, a pension scheme, great facilities and wide range of savings, discounts and benefits. Find out more about the range of benefits we offer.

We are committed to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion across all areas of our work. We actively promote a culture of respect and belonging and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. For more information please - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | Nottingham Trent University

Start to think about your future differently.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.

Safeguarding Statement

Nottingham Trent University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all colleagues to share this commitment.

We gratefully note that if you are successful, you will be required to undertake an enhanced application and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The post for which you are applying is exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 requiring any spent convictions to be declared. Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post. Before you apply we recommend you ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website.