Research Support Technician
Provide expert technical, operational, and safety support for world-class chemical engineering research laboratories at Imperial College London.
Best for:Best for experienced laboratory technicians with a background in chemical engineering and a strong health and safety qualification.
Overview
Imperial College London is seeking a dedicated Research Support Technician to join the Department of Chemical Engineering at the South Kensington Campus. Working under the direction of the Research Support Manager, the successful candidate will ensure the safe and efficient operation of departmental research laboratories and shared facilities. Responsibilities include equipment procurement and maintenance, safety management, risk assessment reviews, and technical guidance for students and researchers. This is a full-time, open-ended appointment offering a competitive salary and comprehensive workplace benefits.
What you'll do
- Provide operational support for departmental research laboratories and shared research facilities in collaboration with researchers and principal investigators.
- Manage the specification, procurement, installation, and maintenance of fixed research infrastructure and equipment.
- Maintain up-to-date records of laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and maintenance logs.
- Take an active role in day-to-day laboratory safety management, including reviewing and approving risk assessments.
- Deliver safety inductions and training for researchers and students, and assist in updating safety briefing materials.
- Ensure safety infrastructure within laboratories is properly maintained, calibrated, and tested while assisting with chemical storage and safety inspections.
- Provide technical advice and guidance to researchers and students to support continuous improvement of laboratory processes.
Requirements
Degree required: Degree, BTEC/HNC, recognised apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in chemical engineering or a related field
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Experience supporting laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, or technical services
- Experience contributing to safety management and the preparation of risk assessments
- Knowledge of laboratory practices, research infrastructure, and relevant safety standards
- Understanding of health and safety regulations, including risk assessment, fire safety, and manual handling
- Proficiency in laboratory management systems and standard administrative software such as MS Office and databases
- Strong organisational, problem-solving, and time-management capabilities
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for working effectively with staff and students
- Must hold a health and safety qualification such as IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate
- Must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-01 (Europe/London)
Candidates must submit an online application through the Imperial College London careers portal by searching for job number ENG04064 or the position title. Ensure all requested information is provided before the closing deadline.
- CV
- Online application form
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