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Technical Specialist (Reactor Running/Maintenance, and Polymer/Molecular Characterisation)

United Kingdom, Manchester 37694.00 - 46049.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Technical Specialist (Reactor running/maintenance, and polymer/molecular characterisation) to support the EPSRC-funded REMOVE-UM project and wider polymer recycling activity. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialist technical support for research, teaching and related operations in a dynamic Faculty environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Commissioning, operating, maintaining and providing training on high temperature and pressure chemical reactor systems and related ancillary equipment
  • Preparing analytical samples and carrying out polymer and small molecule characterisation using techniques such as TGA, FTIR, GC-FID and HPLC
  • Providing high-quality technical advice, guidance and experimental support to staff, students, visitors and external customers
  • Working collaboratively with research teams, technical colleagues and stakeholders across the University to support teaching, research and operational planning
  • Maintaining high standards of health and safety, compliance and continuous improvement within laboratory and technical environments

Requirements

  • Knowledge of and skills to manage, maintain and operate a high temperature and pressure chemical reactor systems
  • Demonstratable expertise and the skills required to carry out catalytic transformations
  • Practical and applied experience in the preparation of and analysis of polymer and/or molecular characterisation techniques (TGA, DSC, FTIR, GC-FID, NMR, GPC etc.)
  • An ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • An awareness and understanding of all relevant health and safety requirements in the workplace, including the application of specific legislative requirements such as risk assessments, operating procedures and COSHH, etc. in a laboratory environment

Nice to have

  • Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining complex laboratory equipment
  • Experience in experimental development using reactor systems
  • Experience of working with specialist IT packages/software e.g. ChemDraw, ChemStation, PPMS, LabCup, TRIOS
  • A PhD or advanced degree
  • Experience of managing projects e.g. procurement, equipment installations, etc.

What we offer

  • Generous employer contribution pension
  • 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
  • Ride to work and EV car scheme available
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