Ref Number
B04-07117
Professional Expertise
Laboratory Technical and Lab Support
Department
UCL BEAMS (B04)
Location
London
Working Pattern
Full time
Salary
£31,904-£35,575
Contract Type
Fixed-term
Working Type
On site
Available for Secondment
Yes
Closing Date
20-Aug-2026
The Department of Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering is one of the largest Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering departments in the UK. The Department is proud to host internationally-leading research groups covering a broad range of activities and spread over several sites. Our staff and students have a diverse range of interests and expertise, covering many areas of physics, engineering, medicine, physiology, computer science, and mathematics. Our focus is on excellent academic research in identifying new technologies and methods for diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases using medical imaging, physiological monitoring, and the development of implanted devices. We also offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Applications are invited for a Laboratory & Cleanroom Technician to join the facilities of the Implanted Devices Group (IDG). This post offers a unique opportunity to support and contribute to the daily operation of the high-end research facilities within the Department of Medical Physics & Biomedical Engineering. The successful candidate will combine strong organisational and communication skills with a keen interest in developing their technical abilities.
- This is a fixed-term (maternity cover) role until 04/05/2027.
- Please note that the earliest start date for this role is 05/05/2026.
- This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation.
- This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (including Mathematics and English Language and a Science subject) or equivalent or having acquired relevant experience.
The applicant will have a profound awareness of Health and Safety requirements within a laboratory together with a practical interest in engineering.
The ideal candidate will have a practical interest in engineering, strong problemsolving ability, and a careful, accurate approach to technical tasks. They should be confident supporting students and demonstrating safe use of tools and equipment, with clear written and spoken communication that makes technical information accessible. Good judgement, flexibility, and strong organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to manage their own workload, work independently when needed, and contribute effectively as part of a team.
Your application should include a CV and a Cover Letter: In the Cover Letter please evidence how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification part of the Job Description. Please upload this in the cover letter attachment section of the application form. By including a Cover Letter, you can leave blank the 'Why you have applied for this role' field in the online application form, which is limited in the number of characters it will allow.)
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
- 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
- Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Immigration loan
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-Site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.
For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.
These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people.
- Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.
You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here : https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/
