Laboratory Support Technician - Analytical Sciences

The University of Lancashire wishes to recruit a Laboratory Technician to join our Technical Services team who provide support to the wide variety of laboratory facilities at our Preston campus. The successful candidate will be primarily focussed on supporting Undergraduate and Postgraduate laboratory activities within our state-of-the-art science laboratory facilities in JB Firth Building.

Duties will include the set up and preparation of laboratories, 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 to show flexibility in supporting a number of areas, the primary function for this role will be supporting staff and students in our Analytical Sciences Laboratory.

The successful applicant will help coordinate and undertake general equipment maintenance and safety checks, equipment inventory checks and updates and providing advice as required as well as help with the introduction of new technologies.

Candidates should have experience of preparing, supporting and clearing away analytical chemistry laboratory environments along with experience in a customer facing technical support role. You will have the ability to adapt your knowledge and experience to support staff and students across a wide range of subject disciplines.

A degree of manual handling may be involved, including lifting and carrying microscopes and other equipment. A flexible approach is required towards weekly working patterns due to the student timetable. For this role an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or equivalent experiential learning in the chemical industry, or related discipline is essential.

We have a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform which includes a 24/7 online GP. 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.