Senior Teaching Lab Technician — Biology Education

University of Bristol; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Bristol is seeking a Grade G Level 1 Leading Teaching Laboratory Technician to join the School of Biological Sciences’ Teaching Laboratory team. Based in the Life Sciences Building, you will support undergraduate practical classes across biological disciplines and deputise for the Laboratory Manager when needed.

Large, busy teaching laboratories host daily sessions; you will coordinate activities, ensure safe operations, and contribute to outreach and second-year field courses.

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching laboratory or higher education environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
• A strong background in biological sciences and enthusiasm for supporting practical teaching.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and supporting undergraduate practical classes
• Troubleshooting during laboratory sessions to ensure high-quality delivery
• Assisting in the organisation and delivery of second-year field courses
• Supporting the preparation and operation of undergraduate practical examinations
• Contributing to Outreach and Widening Participation programmes during vacation periods
• Undertaking laboratory maintenance, equipment servicing, and experimental testing outside teaching blocks

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Teamwork

Job description

The University of Bristol is seeking a Grade G Level 1 Leading Teaching Laboratory Technician to join the School of Biological Sciences’ Teaching Laboratory team. Based in the Life Sciences Building, you will support undergraduate practical classes across biological disciplines and deputise for the Laboratory Manager when needed.

Large, busy teaching laboratories host daily sessions; you will coordinate activities, ensure safe operations, and contribute to outreach and second-year field courses.