Research technician - 0596-25

Lancaster University; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Research Technician to join their world-class team in Lancaster for the fabrication of high precision metal micro-structures. This full-time position offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology and gain valuable skills in CNC milling, TIG welding, and more. Candidates will benefit from a supportive work environment and have the chance to collaborate internationally.

Responsibilities

• Join the world leading team at the TWT Fab Sub-THz Engineering Centre for fabrication of high precision metal micro-structures.
• Contribute to fabrication and assembly activities (e.g. CNC milling, CNC lathe, polishing, welding) to produce state of the art high precision mechanical components.
• Receive training and support in precision cutting, TIG welding, diffusion bonding and brazing by specialists.
• Work in an international environment with collaborations with top institutions and companies worldwide.

Job description

Overview

Research technician

School of Engineering

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Salary: £32,546 to £37,174 Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date

Closing Date: Saturday 20 September 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday 07 October 2025

Reference: 0596-25

Role and Responsibilities

• Join the world leading team at the TWT Fab Sub-THz Engineering Centre for fabrication of high precision metal micro-structures.
• Contribute to fabrication and assembly activities (e.g. CNC milling, CNC lathe, polishing, welding) to produce state of the art high precision mechanical components for space and wireless communication applications.
• Receive training and support in precision cutting, TIG welding, diffusion bonding and brazing by specialists to develop new high qualifying skills.
• Work in an international environment with collaboration with top institutions and companies worldwide.

About the Lab and Leadership

The research and the TWT Fab is led by Professor Claudio Paoloni.

Further detail on the TWT Fab at the TWT Fab Sub-THz Electronics Centre.

About the School

The School of Engineering is recognised for international excellence and world-leading research. It has strong links with industry nationwide and works with hundreds of SMEs in the north-west, supported by the Lancaster Product Development Unit (LPDU).

Working Arrangements and Equality

The School provides mentoring and support, supports family-friendly and flexible working policies, and promotes work-life balance. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and has Bronze awards. The School achieved its Athena SWAN Bronze award in 2018, renewed in 2023.

Term

It is a 15 month full time appointment with possibility to be part time and potential future extension.

Enquiries

For informal enquiries you are very welcome to contact Professor Claudio Paoloni ([e-mail]).

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Notes

Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.

Find out what it's like to work at Lancaster University, including information on our wide range of employee benefits, support networks and our policies and facilities for a family-friendly workplace. The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address all inequality in higher education whilst promoting the importance and wellbeing for all our colleagues. We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity.

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