Technical Demonstrator – Life Science

We are seeking to appoint a Technical Demonstrator specialising in Biological/Biomedical Science to be based at the University of Greenwich's Medway Campus, who can provide assistance and practical demonstrations to foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate students within the School of Science curriculum area.

We’re looking for applicants who are passionate about Science. The role’s main responsibilities will be working within the Technical Demonstrator team to provide demonstration of varying methodologies and practical equipment, processes and techniques in support of a wide range of taught academic programmes, particularly in Biological/Biomedical Science.  

In this student facing role, the successful candidate will work directly with students to give technical guidance and support in undergraduate and taught postgraduate labs and research projects.

During term time, you will support teaching sessions in labs. The role holder will be expected to support vocational learning in compliance with safe working practices and working closely with the technicians to contribute to maintaining the relevant work areas used for practical teaching.

Outside of teaching time, you will form part of the School’s core technical team; supporting research activity, technical infrastructure and health and safety, and carrying out administrative duties, as well as assisting in supervising postgraduate project work.

We’re looking for a team player who can work on their own initiative. Good organisational skills and time management are also key.

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team at [email protected]

Informal enquiries can be made to Susan Shorter at [email protected] 

We operate a hybrid working policy, as set out in the University’s Working Principles and Guidelines.

Further details of the fantastic benefits and what we offer can be found here: Our benefits - what we offer | Jobs and careers | University of Greenwich

To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements (please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage). Current Vacancies - Jobs at Greenwich 

We are looking for people who can help us achieve our Strategic Plan, through the values we expect for our whole university community, of being Inclusive, Collaborative and Impactful.

Academic Career Pathways

The university welcomes people from diverse and underrepresented communities who can help the university to achieve its mission. 

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge/Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and removing barriers to improve inclusion. 

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form. 

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management.

Closing Date: 06 Jan 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £32,080 to £37,694 per annum