Technical Assistant - Research Labs x2 (111563-0426)

About The Role

Informal Queries

For informal queries about the role, please contact Begum Canan Yildiz Aras, Deputy Technical Services Facilities Manager, begum-canan.yildiz-aras@warwick.ac.uk.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join the Technical Services Team supporting the Department of Chemistry’s Research Laboratories at the University of Warwick.

Reporting to the Deputy Technical Services Facilities Manager (Research), you will be part of a team of Senior Support Technicians and Technical Assistants who deliver high quality technical support to staff, students and visitors in the Department of Chemistry's Research Laboratories.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden and further develop their skills in an academic setting, while gaining insight into a growing and strategically important department at the University of Warwick.

About You

We are looking for a well-organised and adaptable individual who can work both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach and the ability to follow procedures accurately within a structured environment.

You should have strong communication skills and be confident interacting with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff and students. Good attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritise tasks are essential.

A flexible, can-do attitude and willingness to support across different areas are key to success in this role. Previous experience in a laboratory, technical, or customer-facing environment would be advantageous. Knowledge of health and safety practices, chemical handling, or inventory systems would be desirable, although full training will be provided.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About The Department

The Department of Chemistry at Warwick is a thriving and inclusive community of students, academics, researchers, and professional services staff.

Our fundamental research pushes boundaries across all major fields of chemistry, while our applied work - delivered through close partnership with the wider scientific community and industry - addresses major global challenges, breakthroughs in health, solar energy harvesting, and sustainable materials.

We are proudly outward-facing, and our community is recognised as one of the strongest in the UK. Our extensive national and international relationships create an outstanding environment for collaboration, innovation, and career development. From polymers and catalysts to computation, advanced instrumentation and cutting-edge materials, our research sits at the forefront of the discipline.

We are highly interdisciplinary, having long-standing partnerships with the School of Life Sciences, Warwick Medical School, Physics, Manufacturing, Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics.

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive working and learning environment in which diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are recognised, respected, and valued. Our Athena Swan Silver Award reflects our ongoing efforts to embed equality, diversity, and inclusion into our culture, practices, teaching, and research, and our commitment to supporting the career progression of all staff.

Explore our webpages to learn more about the Department of Chemistry’s research and teaching, industry-leading facilities, and the impact of our work.

About The University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026 Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 19 May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline.

You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:

Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment). Outline the reasons for your interest in this position. Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below). Interview Date: To be confirmed Start Date: 01 June 2026

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline -- you will not be able to submit an application form even if you opened it before the stated deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered.

You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).

Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.

What we Offer

We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including

An attractive pension scheme. 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure. Generous parental/adoption leave policy. Onsite childcare facilities. Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick

Job Description

JD - Technical Assistant – Research Labs (111589).pdf – 95KB Opens in a new window

Right to Work in the UK

We wish to advise applicants that this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check the UK Government Website to see if you are eligible to obtain the right to work in the UK through one of the other UK immigration routes before you make your application.