Technical Manager (Ecology & Conservation) – 0.5 FTE, Research Lab

University of Exeter; Penryn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Exeter invites applications for a part-time Technical Manager within the Technical Strategy & Operations team at Tremough campus, Penryn. This 12-month fixed-term post is 0.5FTE and starts from 02/11/2026, with a salary of £34,630 per annum pro rata, on Grade E.

The role will support research activities across the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy (ESE), primarily within Ecology and Conservation, coordinating resources, supervising junior staff, and driving health and

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate core research activities, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Supervise day-to-day activities of junior team members.
• Provide health and safety leadership and promote best practices.
• Carry out inductions and training on lab methods and instrumentation.
• Support sustainability initiatives and policy implementation.

Job description

The University of Exeter invites applications for a part-time Technical Manager within the Technical Strategy & Operations team at Tremough campus, Penryn. This 12-month fixed-term post is 0.5FTE and starts from 02/11/2026, with a salary of £34,630 per annum pro rata, on Grade E.

The role will support research activities across the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy (ESE), primarily within Ecology and Conservation, coordinating resources, supervising junior staff, and driving health and