Laboratory Technician (2 posts)

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Basis: Part Time (Part Year 35 weeks (0.67 FTE))

Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 31 July 2022

Interview Date: Thursday 18 August 2022

The College of Health and Life Sciences is seeking to appoint a Laboratory Technician to be part of a technical team providing support for Pharmacy, Neurosciences, and Bioscience Subject groups. 

The post holder will be expected to undertake a variety of technical duties for which full training will be given. The post holder will also be expected to attend University training opportunities in aspects such as Health & Safety and Manual Handling.

Aston University is located within Birmingham City Centre and has accessible transport links, via bus or train. There is parking available at a discounted rate and also a cycle to work scheme. We are proud supporters of the Technician commitment and developing our technical staff through various types of training including placements at other universities. 

The post holder will form part of the Technical Team and report to the Team Leader.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. We kindly ask that candidates do not send CVs or cover letters as these will not be considered.

Further details:   Job Details      University Information  

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We are committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter http://www.ecu.ac.uk/equality-charter-marks/athena-swan/ , recognised by a silver award, and we are a Disability Confident Employer Level 2. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at [email protected] .