Research Technician

1 month ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University Full time

Terms: Fixed-term contract for 2 years, Full Time post

Closing Date: 17 April 2024, 12 noon

Job share and flexible working patterns will be considered.

Change your career, change lives

The Open University is the UK's largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education.

The role

The Open University is recruiting a technician to be part of a team responsible for the day-to-day management of our Ecosystems, Biogeochemistry and Waste Management labs.

The postholder will work on the chemical analyses of soil, biodegradable materials, water, and gas samples for environmental research. They will be expected to carry out collection and analysis of gas samples using GC and online gas analysers, as well as various other analyses on environmental materials.

Skills and experience

You should have a degree or equivalent in a scientific subject (preferably environmental, soil or biological sciences) and significant relevant laboratory experience with evidence of professional training in laboratory procedures, ideally in environmental research. Training in specific techniques will be provided where necessary. You should be familiar with Health and Safety regulations, including CoSHH, and be able to demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work as part of a team.

More information can be provided via a link to the Job Description.

If you would like to discuss the application or recruitment process before making an application, please contact Emma Jones at Resourcing Hub on or resourcing- quoting the reference VRF

What you get in return

We have a strong commitment to providing training and development in and beyond your current role. This includes thorough induction into the organisation and regular reviews of your training and development needs.

We also offer a great range of benefits that support our employees and their families for the long term. Staff Benefits include an attractive pension proposition and 30 days holiday per annum pro rata, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure days.



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