At a Glance
- Tasks: Support research projects and maintain laboratory equipment while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to innovative research.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, develop skills, and contribute to impactful research.
- Other info: Work on campus with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting research initiatives and help students thrive in their projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in a lab environment and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Research Support Technician focuses on supporting the school's expanding research portfolio and wide array of research laboratories in the school.
What the role involves:
- Support the School’s expanding research portfolio and wide array of research laboratories.
- Ensure that equipment is used safely and efficiently and be responsible for maintaining stocks of chemicals and consumables in laboratories.
- Provide support and expertise to student research projects at all levels including sample collection, preparation, and analysis using a variety of techniques.
Skills and requirements:
- Deliver an excellent learning experience for our students.
- Experience in working in a laboratory environment and the desire to use your skills to support our busy research laboratories and academic staff.
- Be responsible for maintaining equipment, organising servicing as required, carrying out user inductions and training, and supervising where necessary.
- Produce standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, COSHH forms, and other documentation required by research project aims.
Candidate fit:
- Enthusiastic, well-organised, and versatile, with a strong student service orientation.
- Good organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
Additional role context:
- Be based on campus 5 days per week.
Research Support Technician employer: The Londoner
As a Research Support Technician at our institution, you will be part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence in research. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee development, offering numerous opportunities for growth and collaboration within our state-of-the-art laboratories. Located on campus, you will enjoy a dynamic environment that values your contributions while ensuring a fulfilling experience for both staff and students alike.
