Job Description

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School of Natural Sciences

Location:

Lincoln

Salary:

From 27,644 per annum


Please note, this post is fixed-term for 12 months and full-time at 37 hours per week.

Closing Date:

Monday 17 November 2025

Interview Date:

Tuesday 25 November 2025

Reference:

COS253M

The School of Natural Sciences operates across the Joseph Bank Laboratories (JBL) and Minster House which house research and training facilities for the School and are complemented by teaching laboratories in the purpose-built Janet Lane-Claypon Building. The School's Technical Team provide laboratory teaching and research support across these buildings for the students and staff within the University. The Technician posts are key to establishing a dynamic and modern science environment for the academic Schools.


Currently we have a fixed term vacancy for an experienced technician in the area of animal behavioural science. We are seeking an individual with specialist skills in animal behaviour and experience of working with a range of species in a welfare-friendly context. You will support the University's activities in animal behaviour and welfare in both teaching and research environments. Where applicable, training in specific techniques and processes will form part of your personal development plan.


As an applicant for this post, you will:

be dynamic and adaptable with a 'can do' approach have a scientific background with experience in behavioural sciences demonstrate practical experience of having worked with a range of distinct species (including reptiles, fish, invertebrates, dogs, rodents) utilising welfare-friendly training and husbandry techniques have a professional customer focused manner demonstrate a dedication to working within multidisciplinary teams, an ability to supervise others and an enthusiasm for success have an enthusiastic and flexible approach to work, working across school buildings as appropriate have the potential to further develop your skills across the broad spectrum of attributes required for a technical role

The University of Lincoln is a visionary, ambitious institution and you will be working in the heart of a thriving, historic, safe, and friendly city. The School provides a stimulating environment for academic teaching and research and is based in high quality facilities.


Please note this post is fixed term to cover maternity leave for one year, or until the early return of the post holder.


In support of our commitment to developing colleagues by providing opportunities for internal movement and promotion, applications for this opportunity will only be accepted from people who are currently employed by the University of Lincoln, our current students, and any currently engaged agency workers who have been with us for more than 12 weeks. We actively encourage applications from all colleagues across the University with the relevant skills and experience.


If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Dr. Ciara Casey, Technical Manager by email at ccasey@lincoln.ac.uk.