Laboratory Technician (Internal Only)

Aston University

  • Birmingham
  • £31,236 per year
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 27 days ago
Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £31,236 per annum (pro-rata)
Grade: Grade 07
Contract Type: Fixed Term (30/09/2032)Basis: Part Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 08 September 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 0559-25
Release Date: Friday 08 August 2025We’re excited to share a new part-time opportunity (1-2 days per week) to join our Centre of Doctoral Training in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (Net2Zero CDT) as a Laboratory Technician, based at the Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI).This flexible role is perfect for current research or technical staff who enjoys working with advanced analytical equipment, are passionate for training researchers, and want to contribute to sustainability initiatives across multiple labs. It’s a great chance to:
  • Develop technical skills
  • Support and train postgraduate researchers in lab techniques
  • Contribute to sustainability initiatives
  • Collaborate with academic and industrial partners across the Net2Zero consortium
Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise – to support your professional development or to explore a new direction, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while staying in your current post (please discuss with your line manager if your current working hours would need to be reduced).For informal enquiries about this position, you can contact Emma Estevez (Net2 Zero Doctoral Centre Manager) or Janine Bruce-Hughes (EBRI Laboratory Manager)What we offer:
  • Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
  • Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
  • Great family-friendly policies.
  • On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
  • Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found
.This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. As a result, Aston University will not be able to sponsor the successful applicant for this visa.See here for information about Skilled Worker eligibility criteria:

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