Technical Officer (Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry)

University Of Hertfordshire; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK University is seeking a Technical Officer for Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry to support teaching sessions by preparing materials, ensuring laboratory maintenance, and providing guidance to students. Applicants should have a minimum of five GCSEs including Mathematics and English, and practical experience in a chemistry laboratory is advantageous. This role offers a permanent position with comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible location opportunities

Discounted Sports Village memberships

Free Active Staff sessions

Qualifications

• Practical experience of working in a pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory.
• Knowledge and experience of analytical chemistry and pharmaceutics.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of materials for teaching sessions.
• Clearing and safely disposing of materials after sessions.
• Maintaining laboratories in a clean and tidy state.
• Ensuring equipment is in good condition and calibrated.
• Maintaining equipment inventories and ensuring health and safety practices.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Reliability and team player

Ability to explain and demonstrate techniques

Flexibility and adaptability

Good IT skills

Attention to detail

Education

Five GCSEs or equivalents including Mathematics and English

A levels or equivalents in a science subject

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Analytical chemistry tools

Job description

Overview

Post Title: Technical Officer (Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry)

SBU/Department: School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (Technical)

FTE: 1.0FTE (37 hours per week)

Duration of Contract: Permanent

Annual Leave: 25 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year

Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield

Responsibilities

The Technical Team supports a wide and diverse range of subjects including Biosciences, Pharmacy, Allied Health Professions, Sports Science, Psychology, Geography, Environment and Planning. The successful applicant will be responsible for the following:

• Preparation of materials (including chemicals) and equipment for Pharmaceutical and Analytical Chemistry teaching sessions
• Clearing and safely disposing of materials after sessions are complete
• Maintaining laboratories in a clean and tidy state
• Ensuring equipment is in good condition, safe to use and calibrated as necessary
• Maintaining equipment inventories and ensuring that health and safety practices are implemented and observed
• Providing contact with undergraduate and postgraduate students at all stages of their learning

Skills and experience required

You will have good written and verbal communication skills, be reliable and a team player, and show initiative with the ability to work independently when necessary. You will be able to explain and demonstrate techniques to staff and students, and follow detailed instructions comprehensively. You will be flexible, adaptable and reliable with a methodical approach and attention to detail. Good IT, numeracy and timekeeping skills are essential. Practical experience of working in a pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory would be advantageous in a technical role, as will knowledge and experience of analytical chemistry and pharmaceutics.

Qualifications

You will have a minimum of five GCSEs or equivalents, including Mathematics and English at grade C/4 or above. You will have A levels or equivalent in a science subject or proven experience.

How to apply

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

Internal applicants

Internal applicants - please ensure you apply via your employee self-service portal.

Right to Work

We regret that we are unable to offer UKVI sponsorship for this post; applicants will either hold UK Right to Work, or demonstrate access to UK Right to Work, before an offer is made.

Contact details

Judith Brooks, Technical Manager, School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, 07950638616, [e-mail]

Closing Date

18 September 2025

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Reference Number

REQ000200

Date advert placed

04 September 2025

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts