We are looking to recruit a Senior Technician in Analytical Chemistry with a focus on advanced materials characterisation to primarily support The Bridge but also to provide support to academics and research within the School of Natural Sciences. This includes operating, maintaining and troubleshooting advanced analytical and materials characterisation instrumentation, developing and validating test methods, and producing analytical results and reports to the standard and timescale required by external industrial clients. In addition the post will provide instrument support for the School with advice, guidance and training for academic staff and post graduate students as well as being responsible for maintaining and operating multiple analytical research instruments. It is therefore expected that the post holder will have and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of instrumentation and techniques relevant to the role. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience in one or more of thermal analysis techniques including DSC, TGA, MDA or STA; X-ray diffraction, chromatography, mass spectrometry and vibrational spectroscopy.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Matt Thornton, Commercial Director of The Bridge on mthornton@lincoln.ac.uk, Alex Aitken, Technical Manager for Natural Sciences on aaitken@lincoln.ac.uk or Steve Bevan, Head of Natural Sciences on sbevan@lincoln.ac.uk. 

The University of Lincoln is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and as an Athena Swan Bronze Award holder, particularly encourages applications from women and others underrepresented in STEM.

Closing Date: 07 Oct 2026

Department: Technical

Salary: £33,002 per annum
Please note, this post is permanent and full time at 37 hours per week.

The post requires a candidate who has experience in Clinical Animal Behaviour. Accreditation as a CCAB, is desirable, alternatively the candidate must be willing to work towards this, with the support of the clinic team. Practical training experience and the ability to support clients with the implementation of behaviour modification protocols is required.

The candidate needs to have the ability to undertake administrative tasks, including working with a range of software packages relating to word processing, finance and website maintenance. Experience with day to day management of clinical bookings and material, as well as an appreciation for client confidentiality and appropriate data management is essential.

The successful applicant will work as part of a small and supportive clinical team comprising a European Specialist in Behavioural Medicine, Residents of the ECAWBM and a Non-Veterinary Behaviourist. They will also work alongside the wider School of Natural Sciences staff, especially the technical team associated with general animal care within the School. 

Experience supporting students and colleagues in practical dog handling and training skills development is desirable.

The School of Natural Sciences provides a friendly and collaborative environment, with excellent facilities located at the University’s city‑centre Brayford Pool Campus.

The University of Lincoln is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and as an Athena Swan Bronze Award holder, particularly encourages applications from women and others underrepresented in STEM.

Informal enquiries:
 Helen Zulch – hzulch@lincoln.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 Sep 2026

Department: Technical

Salary: £28,031 per annum
Please note, this post is permanent and full-time at 37 hours per week.