Faculty of Science
Technical Services
Laboratory Technician - Teaching
Ref: TC956
Salary on appointment will be £25,249 per annum, with an annual increment up to £26,093 per annum.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Technician to join the teaching technical team working in the faculty of science.
Key Duties of the role include:
- Preparation and clearing of Laboratory experiments.
- Responsible for maintaining adequate stock levels.
- Preparing specialist materials and solutions.
- Maintaining laboratory records including COSHH and Risk Assessment forms.
- Provide advice on Health and Safety policy and protocols to staff and students.
Working within a busy undergraduate laboratory in the Faculty of Science, the focus of the post will centre in the School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology. You will be part of a team of technicians and will be responsible for the preparation and clearing of chemicals and equipment used in the undergraduate practical teaching sessions and will help in activities to necessitate the smooth running of undergraduate sessions.
You should have proven experience of working in a laboratory environment and must possess an understanding of laboratory safety issues and good laboratory practice.
This on-site full-time post is available on an indefinite basis.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
Benefits include:
- 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 11 November 2026
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