Laboratory Support Technician

When you work for the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

Duties will include the set up and preparation of laboratories and facilities, providing day to day technical support and advice to staff and to students studying a diverse range of subjects in the science area. Although the successful candidate will be required show flexibility in supporting a number of areas, the primary function for this role will include making up solutions, setting up practicals, clearing them away and cleaning. As such, a meticulous attention to detail and concern for high standards is crucial. The position will be mainly supporting Chemistry and also some Pharmacy classes. 

About you:

The successful applicant will also be required to undertake general equipment maintenance and safety checks, equipment inventory checks and updates and providing advice as required. You will need to be a practical person with a keen interest in science and technology, preferably with a scientific background, be IT literate and have a working knowledge of standard laboratory equipment, supported by great customer service skills. The ability to adapt your knowledge and experience to support staff and students across the wide range of subject disciplines we support would be a distinct advantage. You must also have good verbal and written communication skills to liaise with colleagues, staff and students. A degree of manual handling may be involved e.g. lifting and carrying microscopes and other equipment. A flexible approach is required to weekly working patterns due to the student timetable. Applicants will be educated to undergraduate degree level in science subject or equivalent experiential learning in a related discipline.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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We are proud to share that we will soon be known as the University of Lancashire. Building upon nearly 200 years of academic excellence, this exciting new chapter reflects our commitment and ambition for Lancashire and beyond. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. Together, we’re here to help you achieve great things. 

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