Laboratory Technician (VSM Teaching)

A unique opportunity for an individual to join as a Laboratory Technician in the Veterinary Medicine School at the University of Surrey, responsible for the technical preparation of UG veterinary Medicine classes, safe use and maintenance of the teaching Laboratories within the School of Veterinary Medicine, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-supported teaching environment.

You’ll contribute to laboratory operations, working with the Senior Technician to provide skilled technical support is available to assist UG students and academic staff with practical teaching classes while maintaining compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Role & Responsibilities

You’ll be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing laboratory consumables and equipment, ensuring availability and safe functionality. You will directly support teaching activities by providing inductions for new teaching staff, training on specific equipment, and hands-on assistance as required, working collaboratively with your line manager to maintain high standards of research support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation and Delivery of Teaching Support
  Prepare materials for undergraduate and postgraduate practical classes and provide technical support throughout. Work closely with the Senior Teaching Technician to ensure sessions are appropriately serviced and that all equipment is functioning correctly.

• Procurement and Experimental Design Support
  Liaise with academic and technical staff to source materials and support the design of experimental work. This includes ordering and stock control of consumables.

• Technical Training and Guidance
  Provide technical advice, training, and assistance to staff and students in the application of laboratory techniques and the use of equipment, including specialised methods.

• Day-to-Day Laboratory Support
  Assist with the daily operation of teaching laboratories and associated areas. This may include supporting activities in the Research labs and Clinical Skills Laboratory (CSL), including work with live companion animals where required.

• Health and Safety Compliance
  Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, including electrical safety testing, CoSHH compliance, and the correct disposal of waste.

• Outreach and Engagement Activities
  Participate in demonstrations, workshops, and events such as Open Days, Applicant Days, and Widening Participation initiatives.

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• 15% employer Pension Contribution
• Up to 40 DAYS Holiday: 25 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
• Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Student discount eligibility
• On site world-class leisure facilities at discounted rates
• On-site parking, cafes and restaurants

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV & cover letter via our website. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the position.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Katy Walker - Senior Lab Manager: katherine.walker@surrey.ac.uk

Interviews are expected to take place on 27th July.

Further details

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.

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