Technician - Pharmaceutical Science/Chemistry

On 1st August 2026, The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent formed a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South- East (LASE) University Group.

Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Greenwich academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities.

Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

The Faculty of Engineering & Science is one of four faculties at the University of Greenwich, split across two campuses – the Medway Campus in Chatham Maritime, Kent, and the Greenwich Campus in Greenwich, London. Dedicated to inspirational learning, combining teaching with work placements and impactful research and is a complete hub for all STEM subjects within the University.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Technician within the Faculty of Engineering & Science to provide specialist technical support for teaching and research activities in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chemistry. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing the student learning experience and supporting a range of research projects. There will also be opportunities to collaborate with and support the Biosciences Technical Team across a variety of teaching activities.

The post holder will contribute to the delivery of practical teaching sessions for foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate students. This will include providing technical guidance and demonstrating the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment, techniques, and methodologies relevant to the disciplines.

Responsibilities will encompass all aspects of laboratory preparation and support, including setting up & dismantling practical classes, preparing reagents and materials, maintaining equipment and consumable stock levels, and ensuring laboratories operate efficiently and safely. The successful candidate will also provide technical advice and support to students and academic staff during laboratory teaching sessions & research activities.

We are looking for a proactive and motivated individual with excellent organisational, communication, & interpersonal skills. The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, whilst demonstrating initiative and adaptability, is essential. The successful candidate will have a positive and flexible approach to their work and be capable of managing a diverse range of tasks and priorities in a dynamic laboratory environment.

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Further details of the fantastic benefits and what we offer can be found here:

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and information on the university’s working principles:

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To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements (please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage)

We are looking for people who can help us deliver our mission of transforming lives through inspired teaching and research, through our values.

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