Senior Technical Services Manager: Clinical Pharmacy/Science Technical Services

University Of Greenwich; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medway School of Pharmacy, a collaboration between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent, is seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager to lead our technical team across clinical and science laboratories, and simulation-based teaching environments.

You will oversee technicians, ensure safe, efficient operation of facilities, and drive innovation while supporting staff development and the Technician Commitment.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant scientific discipline or substantial professional experience in Pharmacy or Healthcare.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in technical or managerial areas.
• Genuine interest in supporting the development of MPharm and clinical skills training, including simulation-based learning.
• Strong organisational and operational management skills; ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
• Comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical services across laboratories and simulation environments.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and innovative operation of facilities.
• Develop and support professional growth of technical staff.
• Champion the Technician Commitment and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Health & safety

Risk assessment

Laboratory operations

Education

Degree in science/Pharmacy or healthcare

Job description

The Medway School of Pharmacy — a joint initiative between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent — is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Services Manager to lead our committed technical team across our clinical laboratories, science laboratories, and simulation‑based teaching environments.

Supporting around 700 undergraduate and 100+ postgraduate students, our School delivers high‑quality Pharmacy education and research. You will oversee a team of Clinical Pharmacy and Science‑based technicians, ensuring excellent technical provision for practical teaching, clinical skills training, and simulation activities.

You will manage and develop technical services across the School, ensuring our laboratories, simulation suites, and specialist facilities operate safely, efficiently, and innovatively. You will champion continuous improvement and support the professional growth of technical staff, including active advocacy for the Technician Commitment

We are looking for someone who brings strong leadership and a passion for advancing technical support in Pharmacy education.

You will have:

• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, equivalent qualification, or substantial professional experience in Pharmacy or Healthcare.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in technical or managerial areas.
• A genuine interest in supporting the development of MPharm and clinical skills training, including simulation‑based learning.
• Strong organisational and operational management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
• A comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessment processes.
• A commitment to innovation and enhancing technical services across laboratory and simulation environments.