Stores Technician
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,565 to £27,920 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 06 May 2026 |
| Location: | Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Aberdeen |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | IMS323T |
Summary
We have an opportunity for a part -time Stores Technician to join the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, based in the Institute of Medical Sciences. The IMS is situated on the University’s medical school campus at Foresterhill, one of the largest health campuses in Europe. The IMS stands alongside the Rowett Institute, bringing together researchers from a wide range of disciplines including molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, nutrition and health. The successful candidate will work with the one other stores technician to provide support to research groups in the IMS; this will include receiving, sorting and delivering packages to laboratories on the Foresterhill campus.
The successful candidate should be flexible and motivated with good communication skills as the role will require regular contact with all grades of staff. You will work closely with another Stores technician and be prepared to work full time hours to cover holidays and any prolonged absence.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 3 scale, 41.10% of £26,565 - £27,920 per annum, pro rata, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Wendy Pickford, Technical Resource Officer (01224 277460 / w.j.pickford@abdn.ac.uk).
In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: IMS323T
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 6 May 2026
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
The successful candidate should be flexible and motivated with good communication skills as the role will require regular contact with all grades of staff. You will work closely with another Stores technician and be prepared to work full time hours to cover holidays and any prolonged absence.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 3 scale, 41.10% of £26,565 - £27,920 per annum, pro rata, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Wendy Pickford, Technical Resource Officer (01224 277460 / w.j.pickford@abdn.ac.uk).
In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: IMS323T
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 6 May 2026
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.