About Position/Job
University of Reading is seeking a Technician – Teaching & Research to join the Technical Services team supporting laboratory-based teaching practicals in the School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science (SAGES). This permanent, full-time position offers an exciting opportunity for candidates with a background in physical earth, environmental, or archaeological sciences. You will maintain, operate, and support analytical laboratory facilities such as ICP-OES, GCs, MP-AES, Elemental Analysers, Spectrophotometers, and Ion Chromatography. As part of a collaborative technical team, you will engage with both teaching and research activities, assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students, helping with field-class testing, and supporting dissertation projects. This role contributes to world-leading research addressing global challenges, including climate change, natural disasters, and historical human impacts, and aligns with the University’s commitment to interdisciplinary education and inclusivity.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Technician – Teaching & Research (Analytical Division – GES Teaching)
- Institution: University of Reading
- Department: Technical Services
- Research field: Archaeology, Geography, Environmental Science
- Location: Whiteknights, Reading, UK
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Start Date (Anticipated): As soon as possible
- Working Hours: 36 hours per week
- Salary Range: £26,707 per annum
- Required Degree/Diploma: HNC / AS / A-Level / NVQ3 (or degree with limited practical experience)
Research Area
- Laboratory Support for Teaching Practicals
- Analytical Chemistry and Environmental Science
- Field Testing for Earth and Environmental Sciences
- Archaeology and Environmental Sample Processing
- Student Project and Dissertation Support
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- HNC, AS/A-Level, NVQ3 in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Physical Geography, or related subjects
- Technical experience in specialist laboratories, preferably teaching or research labs
- Ability to maintain, set up, and demonstrate laboratory practicals
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in relevant science with practical laboratory experience
- Familiarity with analytical instruments (ICP-OES, GCs, MP-AES, Elemental Analysers, Spectrophotometers, Ion Chromatography)
- Experience with field sampling and student project supervision
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and operate analytical laboratory facilities for teaching and research
- Set up, run, and demonstrate laboratory practicals for undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Support the dissertation student’s laboratory work
- Process environmental, archaeological, and biological samples (soil, water, plants, seeds, microorganisms)
- Maintain portable field-testing devices for field classes
- Order equipment and consumables, ensure laboratory safety and cleanliness
- Assist other technical divisions when required
Application Process
How to Apply: Submit your application via the University of Reading recruitment portal.
Required Documents:
- CV
- Supporting statement addressing the essential criteria in the Person Specification
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Immediately
- Deadline: 18-Jan-2026
- Interview Date: Week commencing 9-Feb-2026
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Reading
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