Assistant Forensic technician

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The role

This is an exciting part-time (0.5FTE) opportunity for an Assistant Forensic Technician to join the University in an role which supports students and staff in Forensic Investigation teaching and research.

Sociology within the School of Social Sciences delivers a range of Crime Scene, forensic investigation and policing related modules which include a practicals in our crime scene flat and associated lab space. The role will primarily be to assist in the operation of the spaces:

• assisting in the design and delivery of practical scenarios for teaching,
• maintenance of equipment,
• training users on specialist equipment,
• assisting with research requests  and outreach activities,

Due to scheduled teaching commitments, the hours of working will be a half-day Wednesday, and full days on Thursday and Friday.

About you

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to support our Forensic Investigation provision within the department.  We would particularly welcome candidates who have knowledge of forensic investigation or experience in a related professional setting, who understand the importance of providing students with an excellent learning experience.

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter. 

Please note, deadline for applications is Sunday 26th July 2026. We aim to interview candidates on Tuesday 4th August 2026. For informal inquiries please contact either Forensic Technician Sarah Walsh s.walsh@surrey.ac.uk or Associate Professor Claire Rhodes claire.rhodes@surrey.AC.UK

The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Caliber of applications.

Further details

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.
 
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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