Technician - Soft Material Research
| Posting date: | 30 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,881 to £26,338 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 June 2025 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Glasgow |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 173532 |
Summary
College of Science & Engineering
School of Chemistry
Technician – Soft Material Research
Vacancy Reference: 173532
Salary: UofG Grade 4, £23,881 - £26,338 per annum
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 574 years. Today, we are one of the world's top 100 universities and ranked 13th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technician (Soft Material Research) to join the School of Chemistry on a permanent basis.
In this role, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting cutting-edge research within the College of Science and Engineering (CoSE). Your primary responsibility will be to provide expert technical support to research and students and initially be operating in the School of Chemistry, supporting the soft materials laboratories, ensuring researchers have seamless access to the specialised equipment and resources essential for their success.
Aligned with the College Technical Services strategy, the postholder will undertake a range of technical duties that contribute to the smooth operation of research facilities. Beyond your technical expertise, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, service-driven team, working closely with researchers, academics, and fellow technical staff to foster research excellence.
Additionally, you will champion health and safety best practices, maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient laboratory environment. Your contributions will directly enhance the research capabilities of the College, driving innovation and discovery.
This post is full time (35 hours per week) and is offered on an open ended basis.
School of Chemistry
Technician – Soft Material Research
Vacancy Reference: 173532
Salary: UofG Grade 4, £23,881 - £26,338 per annum
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 574 years. Today, we are one of the world's top 100 universities and ranked 13th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2024, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technician (Soft Material Research) to join the School of Chemistry on a permanent basis.
In this role, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting cutting-edge research within the College of Science and Engineering (CoSE). Your primary responsibility will be to provide expert technical support to research and students and initially be operating in the School of Chemistry, supporting the soft materials laboratories, ensuring researchers have seamless access to the specialised equipment and resources essential for their success.
Aligned with the College Technical Services strategy, the postholder will undertake a range of technical duties that contribute to the smooth operation of research facilities. Beyond your technical expertise, you will be an integral part of a collaborative, service-driven team, working closely with researchers, academics, and fellow technical staff to foster research excellence.
Additionally, you will champion health and safety best practices, maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient laboratory environment. Your contributions will directly enhance the research capabilities of the College, driving innovation and discovery.
This post is full time (35 hours per week) and is offered on an open ended basis.
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