Laboratory Support Technician (Glass & Waste)

**Pay Scale:** STANDARD GRADE 3



**Salary ( £)**: £26,948 - £27,838 per annum , salary inclusive of a
pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year



**Location:** Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford



**Contract type:** Permanent



**Hours:** Full-time





**About the role**





The appointed person 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 the primary focus on
processing biological waste. 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 full-time permanent post.





The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and
relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.





**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.





**About you**





The postholder should 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. The post requires manual dexterity with a
reasonable level of physical fitness. IT skills are also essential.








**Application Process**





Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www.recruit.ox.ac.uk
and Vacancy ID 176250. 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. 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 **18th November 2024**.
Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for
shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.





**Committed to equality and valuing diversity**