Analytical Services Technician

The Department of Chemical Engineering welcomes applications for the post of Analytical Services Technician.

Location: South Kensington Campus, London

Salary: £41,005 to £45,616 per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 19th September 2025

Closes: 19th October 2025

About the role: The postholder will assist the Head of Analytical Services and their team in delivering the day-to-day operations of the Analytical Services Laboratory (ASL) in the Department of Chemical Engineering. The postholder will be part of the team employed in the ASL and carry out a range of specialist technical support tasks and provide training for a range of instruments hosted in the ASL to staff and students.

What you would be doing: Assist in operating and maintaining analytical equipment such as HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, DSC, and gas sorption analysis.

What we are looking for: BSc, BTech (or equivalent), with completion of a recognised laboratory technician training scheme. Proven experience in collecting, processing, interpreting and presenting data obtained from laboratory equipment. Basic knowledge of analytical equipment and experience in operating techniques. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge and understanding of Workplace Health & Safety regulations and procedures. Basic IT skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What we can offer you: The opportunity to work in a world leading Chemical Engineering Department. Supported throughout your career with job specific and specialised training. Sector-leading salary and remuneration package including 39 days leave a year.

Further Information: This post is fixed-term for two years and will be based in the Department of Chemical Engineering on the South Kensington Campus. For further details, contact Patricia Carry at p.carry@imperial.ac.uk.