University of Bristol
Specialist Technician
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The Role
The School of Chemistry is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Specialist Research Technician to provide expert technical support across a diverse portfolio of research activities within Physical Chemistry and shared research facilities.
This is an exciting opportunity to support internationally recognised research by working closely with academic staff, researchers, and students across a range of disciplines including atmospheric chemistry, aerosol science, electrochemistry, colloid and formulation science, mass spectrometry, laser chemistry, and materials research.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the operation, maintenance, and development of specialist laboratory facilities and advanced analytical instrumentation. You will provide technical expertise to support research projects, manage laboratory equipment and infrastructure, develop safe working practices, and train researchers in the effective use of specialist facilities.
This role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working with complex scientific equipment, and supporting cutting-edge research in a collaborative academic environment.
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Please note due to the nature of the role we require the role holder to be based primarily on campus.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Supporting research staff and students through the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of specialist analytical instrumentation.
- Managing and maintaining laboratory facilities to ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and available for research use.
- Installing, commissioning, and servicing scientific equipment and associated laboratory infrastructure.
- Training and advising researchers on the safe and effective use of specialist instrumentation.
- Working closely with academic staff to develop technical solutions that support research projects.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements through the development of safe working practices and documentation.
You Should Apply If
- You have experience working with advanced scientific instrumentation in a research, technical, or 3 years plus laboratory environment.
- You have strong practical problem-solving skills and enjoy diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
- You have experience supporting laboratory users and delivering technical training.
- You can manage a varied workload and work effectively with multiple stakeholders. You have a commitment to safe working practices and high-quality service delivery.
- You enjoy working collaboratively and want to contribute to world-leading research.
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Desirable:
- Experience with chromatography, mass spectrometry, or other analytical instrumentation.
- Experience with gas handling systems, vacuum systems, or laboratory infrastructure.
- Experience supporting research laboratories or shared scientific facilities.
Additional Information
- Contract Type: Fixed term for 12 months (secondment cover)
- Work Pattern: Full time
- Grade: G
- Salary: £32,080 - £35,608 per annum
- School/Unit: School of Chemistry
- This Advert Will Close At: 23:59 UK time on 25/10/26
For Informal Queries Please Contact:
Charlotte Edom-Hodge, Head of Operations
Email: charlotte.edom-hodge@bristol.ac.uk
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