Technical Team Leader

Aston University

Location:	Birmingham
Salary:	£38,784 to £46,049 per annum. Grade 08
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	26th March 2026
Closes:	22nd April 2026
Job Ref:	0307-26

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our amazing technical team in the newly formed Technical Services team within School Operations. We are seeking for a Technical Team Leader to lead our Clinical (Vision Sciences) team which support our teaching and research facilities at Aston University.

You will lead the Clinical (Vision Sciences) technical team which provide support to the Optometry and Audiology subject groups. The successful candidate will be required to provide day to day technical leadership of our teaching and research facilities and will undertake duties and have key attributes such as below:

• Leading a technical team working in Optometry and Audiology Facilities
• Support and develop the technical team
• Liaise with stakeholders, understanding technical support needs
• Providing Health and Safety advice and ensuring facilities are compliant

The successful candidate will need to hold a degree in a science based subject or equivalent, experience of working in a clinical setting within an optometry or audiology environment is beneficial.

For Further Information, please contact Reece Lillie - R.S.LILLIE@aston.ac.uk.

We will be hosting an open session to meet the technical staff and ask questions about the role.

Aston University is committed to the Technician Commitment and to supporting the career development of technical staff working across all disciplines. You will be supported to undertake a range of training and development activity including placements at other universities. As a minimum, you will undertake relevant technical and health & safety training.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family friendly policies.
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.

Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Closing Date:23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 22 April 2026

Interview Date:Thursday 07 May 2026