Research and Laboratory Technician - Park Royal Net Zero Food Systems Project

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On the 1 August 2026, the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent formed a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South-East (LASE) University Group.

Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Greenwich academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities.

Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology, an internationally recognised research and consultancy centre specialising in the handling, processing and characterisation of particulate and bulk materials, part of the School of Engineering, University of Greenwich, LASE University Group.

We are seeking a Research and Laboratory Technician to support a six-month, industry-partnered research project, 'Unlocking Low-Carbon Air Classification for Sustainable Protein Production from Underutilised Food By-Products', funded through Brunel University London's Park Royal Net Zero Food Systems programme. The post-holder will carry out laboratory trials including preparation and pre-processing, milling, air classification and post-processing and functional characterisation of processed by-product feedstocks, working closely with the academic project team and industry partner.

Due to the time constraints of this post, the applicant should be available to work in the UK when applying.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Hamed Johnny Sarnavi on [email protected]

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on [email protected]

Further details of the fantastic benefits and what we offer can be found here: Our benefits - what we offer | Jobs and careers | University of Greenwich and information on the university's working principles: Working Principles and Guidelines | Documents | University of Greenwich

To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements (please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage): Current Vacancies - Jobs at Greenwich

We are looking for people who can help us deliver our mission of transforming lives through inspired teaching and research, through our values.

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We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from [protected characteristic(s)], who are currently under-represented within the University of Greenwich at these levels/within these areas.

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, care leavers, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge / Mentally Healthy Universities , we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and removing barriers to improve inclusion.

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form.

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees' experience and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management.

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