Research Technician

The role

Join our dynamic Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Technical Team!

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Research Technician to join our team in the Biomedical Sciences Building. In this role, you will support the core operations of the Media, Autoclaves, and Liquid Nitrogen facility, while also providing vital assistance to the Research Technical Teams across the School of Biochemistry and Cellular & Molecular Medicine, the School of Psychology and Neuroscience, and the Medical School.

Please note: this role is a fixed-term contract, working full time 35hrs / week, Monday – Friday, until June 2026 and is also available as a secondment opportunity.

What will you be doing?

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the efficient running of the Media, Autoclaves, and Liquid Nitrogen facilities, while also providing essential support to the Research Technical Teams.

Your responsibilities will include scientific glass washing, media and solution preparation, autoclave operation, liquid nitrogen refilling, equipment maintenance, gas cylinder relocation, waste collection and transfer, and assistance with laboratory stocks.

You will also support the Research Technical Teams with their daily tasks and operational needs. A strong focus on safety and strict adherence to laboratory guidelines and regulations will be vital to your success.

You should apply if

You are a dedicated and motivated individual with some experience in a laboratory or equivalent practical skills acquired in an alternative environment. Your outstanding organizational skills enable you to expertly manage your own workload and ensure efficient operations. You are adaptable and flexible in your approach. Furthermore, your dedication to personal growth and development makes you willing to undertake training to enhance your skills. With an interest in science, you thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments, constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities.

Additional information

For informal queries about the role please contact: Jorge Ojeda Gomez: jorge.ojedagomez@bristol.ac.uk

Contract type: Fixed Term until 09/06/2026

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time Tuesday 28th October 2025

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The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.

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