Senior Technician (Biosciences)

Brunel University London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel University London is seeking a Senior Technician (Biosciences) to support teaching and research within the Biosciences laboratories. You will prepare and support practical classes, manage stock, and provide guidance to students and staff while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires a biological sciences degree (or equivalent), plus laboratory teaching experience in higher education and qualifications such as RSciTech, First Aid at Work, and PAT.

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualification in biological sciences, or substantial equivalent experience.
• At least two years' laboratory-based teaching experience in higher education.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation, risk assessment, and financial/procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and research laboratories, ensuring safe, efficient operation.
• Prepare stock solutions, cell lines, biological samples, equipment and consumables for practicals.
• Provide technical guidance and demonstrations to students and staff; support research activities.
• Manage laboratory stock and procurement; arrange equipment servicing and maintenance; ensure waste disposal procedures are followed.
• Write or update Standard Operating Procedures and assist the Principal Technical Manager in delivering technical services and health & safety oversight.

Skills

Biological sciences degree

Laboratory teaching (HE)

Health and safety knowledge

Communication of technical information

Education

Degree in biological sciences

RSciTech registration

First Aid at Work

Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)

Tools

First Aid at Work

PAT testing

Job description

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

Position Title: Senior Technician (Biosciences)

Department/College: Technical Services

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 6 from: £34,588 to £39,144 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £41,292 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).

Hours: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

The College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (CHMLS) is seeking a highly skilled, organised and committed Senior Technician to support teaching and research within the Department of Biosciences.

Working collaboratively within the Biosciences technical team, you will support the safe, effective and efficient operation of teaching and research laboratories. You will prepare and support undergraduate and postgraduate practical classes, including stock solutions, cell lines, biological samples, equipment and consumables; provide technical guidance and demonstrations to students and staff; support research activities; manage laboratory stock and procurement; arrange equipment servicing and maintenance; apply appropriate waste-disposal procedures; and write or update Standard Operating Procedures. You will assist the Principal Technical Manager (Biosciences) in delivering technical services, lead these activities when required, and take responsibility for aspects of health and safety across departmental laboratories, support facilities and wider Technical Services activities.

You will hold a degree or relevant qualification in biological sciences, or have substantial equivalent experience, ideally supported by at least two years’ laboratory-based teaching experience in higher education. You will understand scientific principles and laboratory practice, health and safety legislation, risk assessment, and financial and procurement processes. You will communicate technical information effectively, plan and prioritise varied workloads, work collaboratively and respond flexibly to changing service needs. Science Council registration at RSciTech level or above, or achievement within 12 months, is required, alongside First Aid at Work and Portable Appliance Testing qualifications, or willingness to undertake training.

Brunel University of London offers a range of benefits, activities and development opportunities to help staff excel and enjoy their work. These include excellent family-friendly policies, access to a benefits and rewards system, and high-quality staff development.

The role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the student and staff experience in Biosciences while developing your professional practice. You will be expected to participate in continuing professional development and to work in a way that reflects Brunel’s values of being open, courageous and inventive, while fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Dr Matthew Themis, Principal Technical Manager (Biosciences), at [e-mail].

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities, a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support.

Closing date for applications: 20 October 2026

Interviews will take place: week commencing 9 November in person.

If you experience technical issues, please contact [e-mail].

All applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University of London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.