Research Technician - Field & Lab Data (Fixed-Term)

University of Exeter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Exeter is seeking a Research Technician to support a NERC-funded project. The role focuses on collecting and managing high-quality data across multiple field sites and contributing to laboratory and field research under supervision.

The post is full-time on a fixed-term basis (1 November 2026 to 30 June 2028) with a starting salary of £30,878 on Grade D, and opportunities for working part-time or job-sharing arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in the field collecting empirical data.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with researchers.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process and manage high-quality empirical datasets across multiple field sites.
• Undertake laboratory and field research with safe working practices and risk assessments.
• Manage inventories of materials and chemicals and purchase laboratory supplies.

Skills

Field data collection

Lab skills

Data processing

Team collaboration

Job description

The University of Exeter is seeking a Research Technician to support a NERC-funded project. The role focuses on collecting and managing high-quality data across multiple field sites and contributing to laboratory and field research under supervision.

The post is full-time on a fixed-term basis (1 November 2026 to 30 June 2028) with a starting salary of £30,878 on Grade D, and opportunities for working part-time or job-sharing arrangements.