Laboratory Technician - Psychology

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A private university in the UK is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Psychology to manage the lab and support student research. Responsibilities include handling psychological equipment and software, as well as assisting in research projects. The role offers flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free tea and coffee on campus

Flexible working spaces

Membership of a pension scheme

Loans for travel costs, rent deposits

Medical cover

Employee discount service

Catering allowance

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Experience with specific psychological equipment like virtual reality headsets.
• Ability to assist in research design and support students.
• Familiarity with using psychological software tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage the Psychology Laboratory.
• Administer the Psychology test library.
• Assist with designing computer- and lab-based experiments.

Skills

Use of psychological equipment

Qualitative and quantitative analysis

Knowledge of relevant software

Education

Relevant degree or experience

Tools

SPSS

NVIVO

Qualtrics

Gorilla

PsyToolkit

Job description

Job Description

• Salary: Up to £39K (depending on skills and experience)
• Hours: 35 per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 20th July

Role Details

Regent’s University London is looking to appoint a Laboratory Technician in Psychology who will join a dynamic and supportive team.

The Psychology Lab Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and management of the Psychology Laboratory, including the administration of the Psychology test library and assistance with the design of computer- and lab-based experiments.

Candidates should have knowledge and experience of using specific psychological equipment (e.g., virtual reality headsets, eye tracking, BIOPAC) and demonstrating this equipment to undergraduate and postgraduate students as part of recruitment events, taught courses and research projects.

Candidates should also have expertise in relevant disciplinary software (e.g., SPSS, NVIVO, Qualtrics, Gorilla, PsyToolkit), and experience in supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students with research projects, including qualitative and quantitative design and analysis.

About us

Regent’s University London is a private university right in the heart of Royal Regent’s Park. We offer bespoke undergraduate and postgraduate education that begins with the individual, focussing on each student’s talents, potential, and aspirations.

Our study areas include business and management; liberal studies and humanities; fashion and design; film, media and performance; psychotherapy and psychology; as well as pathway qualifications in English and other modern foreign languages.

We are a small, friendly and supportive University offering great benefits for our staff including:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional discretionary closure days over Christmas
• Beautiful campus in the heart of Regent's Park, a short walk from Baker Street station
• A range of great facilities on our stunning campus including free tea and coffee, flexible working spaces and free use of the campus tennis court and sport pitch
• Membership of a group personal pension scheme with a 7% minimum contribution by the University, with up to 10% contribution by the University
• Loans of up to £10,000, to include covering daily travel costs, rental deposits and bicycles
• Benenden medical cover - allowing access to medical services where there is delay in receiving NHS treatment
• Employee discount service
• £6 a day allowance to spend in University catering outlets (when onsite)
• Blended (hybrid) and flexible working supported across the University, depending on the requirements of the role