Assistant Laboratory Technician - Autoclave

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.

We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.

Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.

The University of Surrey is a looking to recruit an Autoclave lab technician (part-time post at 0.6FTE which is 21.6 hours per week) within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Surrey.

Under the direction of the Senior Laboratory Technician, you will support operation of high-throughput decontamination and processing of laboratory waste materials as well as occasionally providing support to and working with other laboratory technicians within the school of Biosciences & Medicine.

Key duties include:

• Daily collection of biological waste from teaching and research laboratories
• Daily operation of waste autoclaves and glass washers
• Achieving efficient turnaround times for reusable lab equipment
• Working with the team to ensure a reliable, customer-friendly service

Ideally, you have experience of working in either laboratory environment, food industry, catering, medical or social care and have a good understanding of the Health & Safety aspects of working with contaminated materials. Candidates returning from a career break, or parental leavers are encouraged to apply. Full training will be given on the relevant aspects of lab safety, chemical handling and biosafety involved.

Key to this role is a practical and methodical approach to work, ability to undertake manual handling of materials and an ability to work independently and have good time management skills.

The University of Surrey is an amazing place to work. Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere, and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• Generous pension and annual leave entitlement
• Travel & Family benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and on-site nursery
• An exclusive discounted membership package to the Surrey Sports Park
• On-site parking, cafes, and restaurants

To apply, please submit your CV via the university website. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position.

The University is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We acknowledge, understand and embrace diversity. For further information on the role, please see the below job description or for an informal discussion, please contact Senior Laboratory Technicians Janani Walipitiya ([email protected] ) or Jim Barber ([email protected] ).

Interviews will be held on 1st October 2026.