Biological Labs Technical Team Leader

Newcastle University - School of Natural and Environmental Sciences

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £35,608 to £37,694 per annum.

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 29th January 2026

Closes: 12th February 2026

Job Ref: 29046

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
The Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Biological Research Technical Team Leader.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of technical staff supporting the research activities in the School of Natural & Environmental Sciences, through the provision of technical management within the biological research laboratories.

You will support the School Technical Operations Manager in the management of the biological research facilities (including Cat II laboratories) and infrastructure, and the line management of a team of technicians within the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering within the area of responsibility.

Within the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences, you will support the activities of the Molecular Life Sciences academic group and provide support for biological health and safety and biologically contaminated waste disposal across all our estate.

You will also provide manage key building services as required, including stores, sterile services, and gas and cryogens.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual, with technical/research experience and excellent organisational skills. The candidate must have experience in relevant laboratory environments, a good understanding of health and safety, and excellent team-working and communication skills.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• A proven track record of laboratory experience and independent working.
• Supervisory responsibilities for other staff members or students.
• A proactive mindset with evidence of continuous improvement.
• Evidence of technical problem solving, and a solution focused approach.
• Health and Safety management experience.
• Awareness and commitment to sustainability initiatives.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Samuel Logan.

For more information about the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences, please click here.

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment.

The position is full-time, and offered on an open-ended basis.

For further details about Newcastle University please visit our information page at: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/about.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent level qualification in a relevant subject or significant vocational experience, demonstrating development through progressively more demanding, relevant roles.
• Management qualification or evidence of leadership CPD. (Desirable)