Laboratory Technician

About ARU: We are ranked in the world’s top 350 institutions in the 2022 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and we are a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. Our research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical and creative fields. We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities. Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world-leading. In 2021, we were awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading music therapy work.
About the role: As a Laboratory Technician, you will join a dynamic and successful team within Pharmaceutical Research Group and the Medical Science Cluster. You will assist with the preparation of materials and apparatus for research experiments and practical work, and demonstrate key skills and experiments to our researchers and students. You would also be required to keep stock checks, place orders, take care of deliveries and invoices as well as keep departmental records. You will be required to work such hours as are reasonably necessary to perform your duties and may involve occasional evening or weekend work.
Whilst a degree in life science is desirable, you will have A levels, or equivalent, in Chemistry and Biology. You would benefit from relevant previous experience and familiarity with the handling of chemicals and scientific equipment, and a good understanding of laboratory safety is essential.
Find out more about working with us.
We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our benefits page for full details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff to share this commitment.
We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.
Guidance Notes: For a list of key requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification above. To apply for this role please demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria in the person specification.
Job Category Technical Vacancy Type Permanent Employment Type Part time Salary From £23,715 p.a. pro rata Salary To £27,131 p.a. pro rata Location Chelmsford Faculty/Prof Service Faculty of Health, Education, Medicine & Social Care Ref No 2203 Closing Date 27/03/2023