Job Description
Job number
MED05629
Faculties
Faculty of Medicine
Departments
Faculty of Medicine Centre
Salary or Salary range
£41,005 - £45,616 per annum
Location/campus
Hammersmith Campus - Hybrid
Contract type work pattern
Full time - Open ended
Posting End Date
17 Feb 2026
About the role
The Teaching Laboratories Technician is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to join the teaching laboratories team in the Faculty Education Office (Medicine).
The Teaching Laboratories Technician will have strong communication skills and organisational skills. They should have good knowledge of Health & Safety and the technical experience for the set up, testing and troubleshooting of equipment. The postholder will be working alongside other technical staff and teaching staff to support the successful delivery of teaching.
What you would be doing
You will be responsible for assisting the Teaching Laboratories Manager and existing technicians in the planning and delivery of all operational aspects of supporting the teaching laboratories on the Hammersmith campus. Working closely with the Teaching Laboratories Manager, Teaching Laboratories Technicians, Course Leaders and the Teaching Facilities Manager, you will help provide technical support for both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and ensure the laboratories are appropriately stocked and prepared.
The post holder will mainly be based at the Hammersmith Campus but may be asked to contribute to support at the South Kensington or Charing Cross Campuses, working closely with the lab technicians based there, preparing laboratories for Team Based Learning (TBL) or Clinical Skills sessions if required.
What we are looking for
You have a background education in relevant science subject.
You have experience in health and safety.
You have working experience in a teaching or research laboratory environment.
You have extensive technical skills in a laboratory environment.
You are adept at troubleshooting and dealing with requests from stakeholders, while demonstrating patience, flexibility, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
You are experienced at working independently and as part of a larger team in a large and complex organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues.
What we can offer you
This is a varied role based within the Faculty of Medicine Education Office, supporting teaching delivery at the teaching laboratories.
Part of a supportive and friendly team.
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
The post is available immediately on a fulltime, open-ended contract based at Hammersmith Campus (with some cross travel to other FEO sites across West London, as and when required).
This is a varied role based within the Faculty of Medicine Education Office, working with a small friendly team that will offer support and guidance.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Jacob Lee [email protected]
Available documents
Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.
Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected]. We're here to help.
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.
Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
MED05629
Faculties
Faculty of Medicine
Departments
Faculty of Medicine Centre
Salary or Salary range
£41,005 - £45,616 per annum
Location/campus
Hammersmith Campus - Hybrid
Contract type work pattern
Full time - Open ended
Posting End Date
17 Feb 2026
About the role
The Teaching Laboratories Technician is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to join the teaching laboratories team in the Faculty Education Office (Medicine).
The Teaching Laboratories Technician will have strong communication skills and organisational skills. They should have good knowledge of Health & Safety and the technical experience for the set up, testing and troubleshooting of equipment. The postholder will be working alongside other technical staff and teaching staff to support the successful delivery of teaching.
What you would be doing
You will be responsible for assisting the Teaching Laboratories Manager and existing technicians in the planning and delivery of all operational aspects of supporting the teaching laboratories on the Hammersmith campus. Working closely with the Teaching Laboratories Manager, Teaching Laboratories Technicians, Course Leaders and the Teaching Facilities Manager, you will help provide technical support for both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and ensure the laboratories are appropriately stocked and prepared.
The post holder will mainly be based at the Hammersmith Campus but may be asked to contribute to support at the South Kensington or Charing Cross Campuses, working closely with the lab technicians based there, preparing laboratories for Team Based Learning (TBL) or Clinical Skills sessions if required.
What we are looking for
You have a background education in relevant science subject.
You have experience in health and safety.
You have working experience in a teaching or research laboratory environment.
You have extensive technical skills in a laboratory environment.
You are adept at troubleshooting and dealing with requests from stakeholders, while demonstrating patience, flexibility, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
You are experienced at working independently and as part of a larger team in a large and complex organisation, working collaboratively with colleagues.
What we can offer you
This is a varied role based within the Faculty of Medicine Education Office, supporting teaching delivery at the teaching laboratories.
Part of a supportive and friendly team.
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
The post is available immediately on a fulltime, open-ended contract based at Hammersmith Campus (with some cross travel to other FEO sites across West London, as and when required).
This is a varied role based within the Faculty of Medicine Education Office, working with a small friendly team that will offer support and guidance.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Jacob Lee [email protected]
Available documents
Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.
Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected]. We're here to help.
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.
Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Teaching Laboratories Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
