Heritage Science Technician (Fixed term)

Location: University Park

Interview date: To be confirmed

Following £1.6 million UKRI-investment in our Archaeological Science Laboratories, we are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity to bring specialist technical expertise to our new AHRC-funded clean laboratory suite to facilitate Heritage Science research and commercial projects across UoN. The clean suite is currently being built, and the role holder will have input into equipment purchasing and development of the Facility. Knowledge of archaeological science (aDNA sample extraction, analysis or bioinformatics, incremental sampling for isotope analysis, ZooMS, tracewear analysis, ceramic petrology or other relevant technique) is highly desirable.

The clean laboratory, alongside our 6 existing Archaeology laboratories, forms part of the new Nottingham Materials and Environmental Science for Heritage Laboratory (N-MESH) initiative which has members across all five University of Nottingham Faculties. Find out more about N-MESH and the broader UoN facilities available here: www.nottingham.ac.uk/arts/research/multidisciplinary-research-and-knowledge-exchange/n-mesh/n-mesh.aspx

Your role will require you to:

• Work closely with the leads to develop a clear workflow for the Nottingham Heritage Science Gateway (NHSG) and across the N-MESH network, and to develop the capabilities of the new clean suite for academic and commercial use.    
• Plan and oversee the development and subsequently the day-to-day running and upkeep of the new NHSG clean suite, ensuring all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.
• Provide technical supervision/training in the use of equipment and techniques to relevant staff/students/researchers. 
• Undertake marketing, conduct analysis and write reports as required for the NHSG facility.
• Collate data for reporting on access and activities to the NHSG and N-MESH facilities.  

The University of Nottingham hosts the UK Institute for Technical Skills and Strategy (ITSS) and the successful applicant will have further opportunities for career development through the ITSS. The Department of Classics and Archaeology is friendly and inclusive and we particularly welcome applications from people currently under-represented at UoN and in archaeology more broadly, e.g. people with disabling conditions, and people from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds.

This role is offered as full-time (36.25 hours per week) on a fixed term contract from 1 September 2025 until 31 March 2031, with the possibility for extension depending on renewal of grant funding. Due to the nature of the role the successful candidate will normally be expected to work in person full-time. Job share arrangements may be considered. Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Shortlisting is anonymous: we cannot see any personal data or the 'Additional Information' section in your application until shortlisting is completed. Shortlisting is by criteria-based questions, rather than a CV or letter.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Holly Miller (Holly.Miller@nottingham.ac.uk).  Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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