Loughborough University
Laboratory Technician
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Part Time, 22.2 hours, working pattern three consecutive days per week. Open ended.
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Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for:
A laboratory technician is required for Loughborough University’s prestigious School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering. The work will be predominantly in the departments of Materials and Chemical Engineering.
You will have significant laboratory experience, either in a previous role or as part of your education. You will be joining an experienced and supportive team, working in a thriving and varied teaching and research environment where there will be scope for personal development as well as career progression.
The role will be part time (0.6FTE) equating to three consecutive days per week with the specific days being agreed at interview.
About the University
Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.
At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.
About the Department
AACME consists of three exceptional departments, evidenced by high league table rankings, strong student recruitment and well established partnerships with global companies.
This is reflected in research activity that is either world leading or internationally excellent.
As well as our research, the departments of Chemical Engineering and Materials deliver taught laboratories to both undergraduates and postgraduates with emphasis on traditional engineering and science themes alongside more topical subject matter such as sustainability and the ‘circular economy’.
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With a focus on hands on practical experience we pride ourselves on our reputation for producing skilled graduate scientists and engineers with both the ability and drive to tackle the global challenges that lie ahead.
About You
You will come from a practical engineering background eg Mechanical and / or instrumentation with particular emphasis on manufacturing / processing facilities.
You will have experience of providing laboratory technical support to industrial or academic project teams.
Whilst being part of a local team, you will be a ‘self starter’ with the ability to work with the minimum supervision and with a large degree of autonomy.
You will be a solutions provider with the ability to work with local partners to ensure both teaching and research can proceed smoothly and with minimum interruption.
Why should you Apply?
With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.
If this sounds like the right place, team and role for you please do get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Sean Creedon, via email to s.a.creedon@lboro.ac.uk or by telephone to 01509 222529.
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
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We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional adjustments, you’d like to request please contact (Sarah Hawker s.a.hawker@lboro.ac.uk). We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.
Closing Date: 15.07.26
Interview Date: Week Commencing 27.07.26
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
- Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
- Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- Financial wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
- Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options
- Health and wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
- Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.
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