Faculty of Health, Science and Engineering
Part Time: 27.75 hours per week (0.75 FTE) whilst undertaking a part-time PhD Bursary (0.25 FTE)
Salary: £26,707 to £28,031 per annum, which is 20,030 to £21,023 per annum pro rata
Bursary £3,125 per annum for the duration of PhD plus Fees Waiver
About this role
We are currently seeking a Biomedical Science Laboratory Technician to support the Faculty of Health, Science and Engineering. The post holder will maintain laboratory facilities and equipment and demonstrate use of equipment to staff and students whilst also undertaking a part time PhD. The post holder will be required to carry out duties primarily across the Biomedical Science degree programmes plus support other staff across the Faculty and work in multiple laboratories.
About you
You will hold a BSc or equivalent in Biomedical Science or a related Biological Science and demonstrate knowledge of Biomedical laboratory equipment, such as cell culture. You will have experience of working in a laboratory or academic environment and will have an exercise, environmental or human physiology and /or a life science background. A high level of organisational and communication skills are essential for the role.
This post is offered with a 0.25 FTE PhD bursary with part time fee waiver.
About the team
The Faculty of Health, Science and Engineering has a strong research environment and has achieved excellent results in the most recent Research Excellence Framework with 83% of research rated internationally excellent or world leading. The Biomedicine area is new to the University and collaborates with both the Allied Health, Nursing, Sports and Physical Activity plus Engineering staff within the Faculty. Our research strengths are in the areas of Digital Pathology, Bioinformatics plus Biochemistry applied to Cancer, Neurodegenerative diseases, and the Applied Sport and Exercise areas.
Applicants must attach a PhD proposal of no more than 750 words to their application.
We require prospective candidates to contact Prof Nat Milton via email at
[email protected] prior to submission of your application, who will advise on areas that you can develop a PhD proposal and provide guidance of the requirements
In addition to your salary we offer a competitive reward package with a range of staff benefits and discounts which include:
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A flexible defined contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE).
- A paid closure period over the Christmas break is in addition to our generous holiday allowance with bank holidays too and an occupational sickness scheme.
- On-site gym at our Chichester campus.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support our staff.
- Extensive personal / professional training opportunities throughout the year.
- Cycle to work, Season Ticket Loan and Electric Vehicle schemes.
- Bus travel for staff between our Bognor Regis and Chichester campuses and Chichester town centre.
Enquiries are welcomed by Nat Milton, Professor in Biomedical Science via email at
[email protected] or telephone 01243 812068.
Closing Date: Sunday 19 July 2026- Interview Date: Tuesday 11 August 2026
You can view further details about the role in the attached job profile.
Prior to submitting your job application kindly ensure you can demonstrate or obtain the necessary right to work in the UK.
All new external appointments are employed by Chichester Staff Services Ltd (CSSL). Internal appointments remain with their existing employer.
If you require any support with completing your application, please contact the recruitment team;
[email protected]
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.
