Technical Officer - Teaching

Reference
1121617

Branch
UCL

Start date
09/11/2026

Duration
Other - See Job

Hours and days
36.5 hours

Dress code
Smart Casual

Rate of pay
£19.53

Holiday rate
£3.66

Role

Duties and responsibilities

• Liaise with and support the head of the unit and assist other technical staff in the preparation, setting out, moving, lifting and clearing away of instruments, equipment, computers and other items required for classes held in the laboratories of the CTL, to ensure a competent and professional service.
• Work safely within the Laboratory areas. To be competent with regard the safe use and disposal of chemicals, liquids, microbiological samples, solvents etc. and with due regard to the safety of colleagues and co-workers. To understand and follow relevant safety guidelines and procedures.
• Provide a high standard of teaching support, including some manual handling (setting up instruments) and preparing chemicals and other items required for the classes) and working collaboratively with other staff.
• Advise and guide laboratory users unfamiliar with the CTL laboratories (or particular practical sessions) on the workings of the Unit.
• Carry out and keep records of repair, maintenance, calibration and general servicing of laboratory equipment. To report major faults to the CTL Management.
• Deal with student and teaching staff general requirements during practical classes and to instruct users in the safe and proper use of equipment.
• Ensure the ‘safe’ collection and disposal of laboratory waste.
• With reference to written schedules and preparation sheets, ensure stock levels of laboratory items are sufficient and that any ordering requirements are dealt with in a timely fashion.
• Prepare biological tissues and samples as required.
• Maintain accurate records, write up reports and update method sheets etc. as required.
• Install and set up audio visual equipment used within the CTL and associated teaching areas.
• Ensure that the laboratories are well-maintained, and kept neat and tidy at all times.
• To act as a Fire Evacuation Marshall as required.
• To contribute to the development of existing, and design of new classes and projects for assigned laboratory modules, and to write Standard Operating Procedures.
• Address issues with a solution-focused attitude.
• The postholder will be flexible and collaborative in their approach, working to support their line manager and team, as well as support and work collaboratively with all other staff in the Faculty as well as across UCL more widely 
• The post holder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager, and any other appropriate colleagues. 
• Maintain a good working knowledge of Faculty, Divisional and UCL policies and procedures, advising colleagues where possible and referring to others where necessary.  
• Provide a professional and responsive service to students, staff, visitors and external stakeholders referring matters to other members of the team as appropriate. 
• Implement new local, Faculty or UCL systems and procedures as required  
• The post holder will actively follow and promote all UCL policies including those on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 
• Engage with and promote Sustainability initiatives in line with the Faculty Sustainability Plan and with UCL Sustainability Strategy 
• To act as a Fire Evacuation Marshall as required. 
• The post holder will maintain an awareness and observation of Fire and Health & Safety Regulations. 

Skills and experience

• Minimum of Level 5 qualification (advanced City and Guilds, BTEC Higher, or equivalent NVQ) in relevant subject (Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacology) or equivalent experience. Higher (degree level) qualifications are acceptable
• Experience of safe working in relation to laboratory procedures within strict health and safety guidelines with due regard to local codes of practice and COSHH regulations
• Familiar with techniques used in teaching undergraduate practicals of either Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Physiology
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to communicate and collaborate effectively within the closer team and with key stakeholders
• Ability to manually handle, lift and move laboratory equipment and supplies using suitable devices

Desirable Criteria

• Batchelor Degree or other Level 6 qualification in a relevant Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Pharmacology)
• Familiarity with IT and AV equipment

UCL Ways of Working

• Contribute to the way the unit operates by seeking ways things could work better for you and the team.
• Develop ideas for doing things differently and eliminating complexities.
• Able to respond to colleague, student and stakeholder needs with the intention to provide an excellent service

Location
Campus

Additional information

Please note to be eligible to work within this role, you must have the right to work in the UK, be physically based in the UK and be able to travel to our London based office for a RTW check (if required). This job will close for applications at 11.59pm on 5th November 2026. Interviews will be held shortly after.

Unitemps reserves the right to close this advert for applications prior to the date specified above, if a high volume of suitable applications are received.

If you have a full-time contract of employment with UCL, you are not able to work through UCL Unitemps at the same time.

Unitemps payroll is monthly, one month in arrears, please see the payroll dates here.

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