Technician (1536-26)

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston University in Birmingham is advertising a 12-month fixed term Technician (1536-26) to provide maternity cover within the School Operations. Based on the on-site laboratories, the role supports teaching and research facilities in Biosciences, Pharmaceutics and Neuroscience.

The successful candidate will prepare laboratories, materials, and equipment for practical class sessions, demonstrate techniques to students, assist with inventories and stock control, and promote safe working practices

Responsibilities

• Liaising with academic stakeholders and technical colleagues to understand and support teaching programmes
• Preparing laboratories, materials, and equipment for practical class sessions including purchasing chemicals and consumables
• Demonstrating and instructing students in practical techniques
• Assisting with inventories, purchasing, stock control, consumable issues, storekeeping, deliveries and laboratory waste management
• Promoting safe working practices, providing health and safety advice, and ensuring laboratory facilities are compliant
• Contributing positively to a supportive, inclusive and collaborative team environment, working effectively with colleagues, and supporting the sharing of knowledge, skills, and best practices

Job description

Aston University is a leading university in the heart of Birmingham, known for its focus on employability, real‑world impact and an inclusive, supportive culture. The School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biosciences delivers high-quality, practice-focused teaching in well-equipped laboratories, providing an excellent environment for staff and students to develop their skills and careers.

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our amazing technical team within School Operations on a 12-month fixed term contract to provide maternity cover. We are seeking a proactive, reliable individual to join our team which supports teaching and research facilities in the School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biosciences.

The successful candidate will join the Laboratory Operations team, where you will provide day to day technical support for our teaching facilities across Biosciences, Pharmaceutics, and Neuroscience subject groups. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work closely with technical colleagues, academic staff, and students to ensure our laboratories run smoothly, safely, and effectively. The main responsibilities of this role include:

Liaising with academic stakeholders and technical colleagues to understand and support teaching programmes.

Preparing laboratories, materials, and equipment for practical class sessions including purchasing chemicals and consumables.

Demonstrating and instructing students in practical techniques.

Assisting with inventories, purchasing, stock control, consumable issues, storekeeping, deliveries and laboratory waste management.

Promoting safe working practices, providing health and safety advice, and ensuring laboratory facilities are compliant.

Contributing positively to a supportive, inclusive and collaborative team environment, working effectively with colleagues, and supporting the sharing of knowledge, skills, and best practices.

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Technician (1536-26)

Company: Aston University
Salary: £27,319 to £29,588 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Birmingham, B4 7ET
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Temporary
Posting date: 12 Oct 2026
Closing date: 6 Nov 2026

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