Health & Safety Technician

The Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN) is seeking a Health & Safety Technician to support the Department's compliance with the University's health and safety requirements. PDN is a large, welcoming, and inclusive Department with an exceptional international record in teaching and research.

This role is a key part of the departmental safety team comprising the Health & Safety Coordinator, Facilities & Operations Manager, Business & Operations Manager, Heads of Department, and other academic staff with responsibilities for health and safety.

Reporting to the Health & Safety Coordinator, the Health & Safety Technician will perform a range of technical and administrative duties and provide advice and guidance to support a safe working environment in the Department, which is mostly housed in the Anatomy and the Physiology Buildings on the Downing Site.

You will be educated to at least A Level standard or equivalent or possess a comparable level of practical experience. While training will be provided, experience of working in a laboratory environment is essential. The successful candidate will be highly organised, computer literate, and able to work flexibly and in support of team members. Good communication and people skills are also prerequisites for the role, which involves interacting with a wide range of stakeholders in the Department, and proactively building networks of staff working in similar roles across the School of Biological Sciences.

The position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, though we also welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working (minimum 30 hpw) or other flexible working arrangements.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Vickie Brooks, Health & Safety Coordinator, vh314@cam.ac.uk .

Apply:

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above.

On the online form, in the suitability for the role section, you should explain the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details for two referees should be provided, one of whom should be your current line manager. Please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

Closing date: midnight on 22 February 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 3 March 2026.

Please quote reference PM48738 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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