About the role
The main purpose of this position is to provide general and specialist research support including leading on method development in relation to Mass Spectrometry. The post-holder will work within a team supporting facilities within UCL School of Pharmacy research department of Pharmaceutical and Biological Chemistry, and will be line managed by Dr Nikita Harvey (NMR Facility Manager). The role will involve working alongside and providing cover for other specialist services technicians in the division, helping to organise resources, provide training and technical advice, prepare samples, prepare grant applications/papers/presentations and contribute to the development of local procedures.
Please note this job is available for months in the first instance.
A full job description is provided separately.
• We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.
• This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit for more information.
• If the role doesn't meet UKVI eligibility include the following statement: 'This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role.' A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have any queries about the role, please contact Prof. Zoë Waller. If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact the HR Administrator.
About you
You will be an enthusiastic, team-player with good practical experience in and theoretical knowledge of using and troubleshooting in Mass Spectrometry and Cell Culture. You must have BSc/Level 6 qualification in a relevant Chemical or Biological Sciences subject or equivalent experience and proven knowledge of research techniques and methodologies relevant to Mass Spectrometry and Cell Culture. Experience in laboratory management in a Chemical/Biological Sciences research laboratory and/or facility is also essential.
What we offer
The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please to find out more.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance