Led by a world-class faculty of scientists, technologists, policy makers, economists and entrepreneurs, the Ellison Institute of Technology aims to develop and deploy commercially sustainable solutions to solve some of humanity's most enduring challenges. Our work is guided by four Humane Endeavours: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology, Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture, Climate Change & Managing Atmospheric CO2 and Artificial Intelligence & Robotics.
Set for completion in 2027, the EIT Campus in Littlemore will include more than 300,000 sq ft of research laboratories, educational and gathering spaces. Fuelled by growing ambition and the strength of Oxford's science ecosystem, EIT is now expanding its footprint to a 2 million sq ft Campus across the western part of The Oxford Science Park. Designed by Foster + Partners led by Lord Norman Foster, this will become a transformative workplace for up to 7,000 people, with autonomous laboratories, purpose-built laboratories including a plant sciences building and dynamic spaces to spark interdisciplinary collaboration.
The
Generative Biology Institute (GBI)
at the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) aims to overcome two major challenges in making biology engineerable: 1) the ability to precisely synthesize entire genomes, and 2) understanding which DNA sequences will create biological systems that perform desired functions. Solving these challenges will unlock the potential of biology for transformative solutions in health, sustainability, agriculture, and more. GBI will house 30 groups and over 300 researchers, supported by cutting-edge facilities and sustained funding to address global challenges and advance biology engineering.
EIT fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and resilience, valuing diverse expertise to drive sustainable solutions to humanity's enduring challenges.
GBI are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Glasswash Technician to join our technical support team and play a key role in enabling world-class research. In this hands-on and highly valued position, you'll ensure our laboratories are consistently stocked with clean, sterile, and safe glassware and consumables, keeping research running smoothly and safely. Your work will directly impact the success of pioneering research across health, sustainability, and technology.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collect, wash, sterilize, and redistribute laboratory glassware, plastics, and other consumables according to the required standard operating procedure and research requirements.
* Operate and maintain glasswashers, autoclaves, and associated equipment, carrying out routine checks and reporting faults promptly
* Maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, equipment logs, and stock levels of cleaning/sterilization supplies
* Verify the sterilization process through testing and validation methods, ensuring all items are free from bacteria, viruses and pathogens
* Preparation of sterile research materials for experiments (pipettes, tubes, petri dishes)
* Manage and maintain stock levels required for equipment and cleaning tools, request supplies and liaise with procurement.
* Regularly conduct stock takes to ensure all materials are in date
* Respond to the scientific request and support experimental plan execution
* Maintain accurate records, including batch numbers to ensure regulatory compliance
* Adhere strictly to health & safety regulations, SOPs of Generative Biology Institute, including the correct use of PPE
* Contribute to good housekeeping practices in service areas, ensuring they are clean, safe, and well organized
* Provide a reliable and efficient glasswashing service that supports the smooth running of research laboratories
Requirements
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
* Previous experience in a laboratory support, technical services, or a related scientific role in research, academic, or industrial laboratory environment
* Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) with accuracy and consistency
* Ability to interpret scientific experimental design
* Understanding of laboratory hygiene, sterilization, and safe handling of laboratory glassware and plastics
* Awareness of health and safety requirements, including COSHH, biohazard handling, and correct use of autoclaves and dishwasher
* Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a busy research environment
* Good communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and service-focused approach
* Physical ability to undertake manual handling tasks (e.g. loading/unloading equipment, moving glassware)
* Basic IT skills to log workloads, maintain equipment records, or report maintenance issues
* Knowledge of safe disposal procedures in a laboratory setting
* Willingness and aptitude to undertake additional technical training relevant to laboratory support
Benefits
We offer the following salary and benefits:
* Enhanced holiday pay
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Income Protection
* Private Medical Insurance
* Hospital Cash Plan
* Therapy Services
* Perk Box
* Electrical Car Scheme
Why work for EIT:
At the Ellison Institute, we believe a collaborative, inclusive team is key to our success. We are building a supportive environment where creative risks are encouraged, and everyone feels heard. Valuing emotional intelligence, empathy, respect, and resilience, we encourage people to be curious and to have a shared commitment to excellence. Join us and make an impact
Terms of Appointment:
* You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary
* You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford
* During peak periods, some longer hours may be required and some working across multiple time zones due to the global nature of the programme