Laboratory and Infrastructure Technician x2 posts

Are you a well organised and adaptable individual with a strong customer orientation? Do you want to join a team committed to supporting infrastructure activities helping our staff and students?

Leeds Institute of Medical Research (LIMR) is looking for a highly motivated individual to work as a member of a multi-skilled team dedicated to the smooth running, and provision of services that support and enhance the use of University facilities, in particular laboratories, research space and visitor reception areas.  

You will be professional and friendly with the ability to create a positive first impression and provide an excellent level of customer care. You will help to ensure the safety and well-being of users of the building.  You will be expected to work flexibly across the University buildings on the St James’s University Hospital campus and associated Faculty areas on the University’s main campus, providing a front of house service, laboratory and facilities support. The post is varied, ranging from routine daily duties to assisting the Senior Laboratory Managers and Area Co-ordinators with laboratory support duties, including occasional re-organisation of laboratory areas.

On reception you will be the first point of contact, representing the University greeting staff, students and visitors alike. In the laboratories, you will have an important role under the guidance of Senior Laboratory Managers and Area Co-ordinators with the general upkeep of all laboratories.

What we offer in return 

26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year! Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team. Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. 

And much more!   

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Dr Rachael Barlow, Senior Laboratory Manager Email: R.E.L.Barlow@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 29 Jul 2025

Section: Technical Support

Salary: £23,881 to £24,900 per annum