Senior Technician - Biological Laboratory Operations

University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Senior Technician to support Bio-Laboratory operations. The successful candidate will deliver technical support to staff and students, calibrate specialized instruments, and maintain documentation. Ideal candidates have extensive laboratory experience, knowledge of chromatographic techniques, and a Biosafety qualification. A competitive benefits package is offered, including annual leave and development opportunities.

Benefits

Highly competitive annual leave

Generous pensions scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Commitment to development and wellbeing

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive experience providing technical support in life sciences laboratories.
• Theoretical and practical understanding of chromatographic techniques.
• Willingness to pursue Technical Professional Registration.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Deliver training on equipment use and laboratory practices.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Laboratory instrument calibration

Equipment training and demonstration

Record keeping

Chromatographic techniques (HPLC, mass spectrometry)

Education

ISTR Biosafety Practitioner Level 1 Qualification

Job description

University of Sheffield

Working Pattern: 100%

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering

School: School of Chemical, Material and Biological Engineering

We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Chemical and Biological Engineering for a Senior Technician to support our Bio‑Laboratory Operations. We’re looking for a motivated technician to deliver outstanding technical support to staff, students, and external clients. You’ll be at the heart of our research and teaching, ensuring every project runs smoothly.

• Calibrate, operate, and maintain a variety of general and specialist instruments.
• Deliver training sessions and demonstrations on equipment use and safe laboratory practices.
• Ensure all relevant records and documentation are accurately maintained.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience of providing an effective and efficient technical support service in a life sciences laboratory setting and a theoretical and practical understanding of chromatographic techniques (HPLC, mass spectrometry). They will be the holder of a ISTR Biosafety Practitioner Level 1 Qualification and will have a Technical Professional Registration or the willingness to work towards it.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including:

• A highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more).
• A generous pensions scheme.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• A commitment to your development and wellbeing.
• A wide range of retail discounts.
• And much more.

Find out more at sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits and join us to become part of something special.

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