Assistant Technician; Wet Laboratories

Edinburgh – Kings Buildings, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus)

• Job Identification 13791
• Locations King's Buildings Centre, Edinburgh, EH9 3JF
  , GB (100% On-campus)
• Organization Edinburgh University Group
• Apply Before 03/23/2026, 11:59 PM
• Exception for not advertising internal only (if applicable) Technical skill for a very short period of time
• Health and Safety Requirements No key hazards identified for this post
• Criminal Record Check No criminal record check required
• Contract Type Fixed Term
• Work Duration Months 4
• Job Schedule Full time
• Grade UE04
• Number of Openings 1
• Job Function Laboratory Services

College of Science & Engineering / School of Engineering

Full-time: 35 hours per week (100% on campus)

Fixed-term: for up to 4 months, commencing 4 th May 2026

The Opportunity:

Where curiosity becomes impact

The School of Engineering is seeking to appoint a motivated individual with a passion for practical laboratory science to join its skilled Technical Services team of ca. 35 technical staff. The appointee will primarily support the safe, sustainable and efficient running of the School’s wet research laboratories, with a particular focus on the School’s bioengineering labs. Responsibilities include supporting day‑to‑day running of research labs, upkeep and maintenance of laboratory equipment and ensuring a safe work environment for staff and students.

The role may also involve support in other research areas such as carbon capture, nanomaterials and environmental engineering.

This is an excellent opportunity for a current undergraduate student studying biology, chemistry or a related discipline, or a person seeking to gain experience in scientific research laboratories. The successful candidate will be educated to SCQF level 7 or equivalent (Scottish Advanced Higher, HNC or completed 1st Year of a University degree) in Biology, Chemistry or a related discipline and will have familiarity with working in a laboratory environment.

The role is customer‑facing and requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, an understanding of health & safety and a strong commitment to service delivery.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• A passion for laboratory science.
• Familiarity with working in a laboratory environment.
• Interest in laboratory management.
• Willingness and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Please include the following documents in your application:

• CV

A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:

Professional development and subject matter expertise

Leading‑edge research

Excellent benefits and support

Contributing to the work and purpose of the University.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part‑time working patterns. The nature of the role requires the post‑holder to work 100% on campus.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect an exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.

Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family‑friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award and is a member of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions. Prior to any employment commencing, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 23 rd March 2026.