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Salary £36,636 - £42,254 Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Package Fixed term for 36 months Date posted 30/04/2026 Job reference T02722
Every member of our University is part of the inspiring, supportive, and caring community known as Team Teesside. eesside University is seeking a Research Technician to support delivery of the EPSRC‑funded MECRETE project, which is developing low‑carbon mechano‑chemical recycling technologies for mineral and construction wastes. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the interface of laboratory and pilot‑scale experimentation, supporting cutting‑edge research with strong industrial engagement.
The postholder will play a senior technical role within the project, supporting the operation and maintenance of specialist laboratory and pilot‑scale equipment, delivering high‑quality experimental testing, and ensuring safe, efficient and reliable laboratory operations. Working closely with Research Associates, academic staff and industrial partners, the role will contribute directly to experimental delivery, demonstrator trials and project milestones.
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.
If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place via Microsoft Teams. Please note that the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.
Interview date - Monday 1 June 2026
What we offer you:
lease note that we are advertising this vacancy on other websites but we are not using those third parties to collate applications for us. If you are viewing this advert on a third party website please ensure you apply directly to Teesside University (https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/jobs/index.cfm)
Every member of our University is part of the inspiring, supportive, and caring community known as Team Teesside. eesside University is seeking a Research Technician to support delivery of the EPSRC‑funded MECRETE project, which is developing low‑carbon mechano‑chemical recycling technologies for mineral and construction wastes. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the interface of laboratory and pilot‑scale experimentation, supporting cutting‑edge research with strong industrial engagement.
The postholder will play a senior technical role within the project, supporting the operation and maintenance of specialist laboratory and pilot‑scale equipment, delivering high‑quality experimental testing, and ensuring safe, efficient and reliable laboratory operations. Working closely with Research Associates, academic staff and industrial partners, the role will contribute directly to experimental delivery, demonstrator trials and project milestones.
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.
If you are shortlisted, your interview will take place via Microsoft Teams. Please note that the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.
Interview date - Monday 1 June 2026
What we offer you:
A holiday entitlement of 185 hours (25 days), increasing to 28 and 30 days after 3 and 5 years’ service respectively, plus bank holidays- Additional leave over the Christmas and New Year period during the Christmas closure
- Special leave to support a range of circumstances
- Hybrid working arrangements: 60 percent On Campus and 40 percent Remote working
- Flexi time scheme
- A variety of provision to support staff with personal development and recognition
- A range of family friendly benefits
- An employee benefits platform which provides discounts with 350+ retailers and access to health and wellbeing resources
lease note that we are advertising this vacancy on other websites but we are not using those third parties to collate applications for us. If you are viewing this advert on a third party website please ensure you apply directly to Teesside University (https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/jobs/index.cfm)
