Laboratory Support Technician (Glass & Waste)

Laboratory Support Technician (Glass & Waste)

University of Oxford - Department of Biochemistry

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£27,534 to £28,437 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent
Placed On:	7th April 2026
Closes:	11th May 2026
Job Ref:	185859

Location: Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3QU

About the role

The Department of Biochemistry are seeking to appoint a Laboratory Support Technician who will be based in the centralized Glass-washing, Media Production, and Scientific Waste Service (MGSL) and will work across two laboratories: Glass Wash and Biological Waste, with Biological Waste being the primary responsibility. The post holder will also support other MGSL team members with the Media Production service. This role includes a variety of duties to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of the laboratory facilities.

This is a full-time permanent post, and the actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.

About you

You will be educated to GCSE equivalent or higher and understand basic techniques used in a biological laboratory, with an ability to accurately and regularly follow predetermined protocols. You should be able to work with minimal supervision, as well as being able to support team members. IT skills are essential, with a demonstrable ability to utilise standard programs such as Excel and Word. The post requires manual dexterity with a reasonable level of physical fitness.

What We Offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family-friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

Application Process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www.recruit.ox.ac.uk and Vacancy ID 185859. You will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.

For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 11th May 2026. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.

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