Senior Workshop Technician (Electronics) (111023-1125)

For informal enquiries, please contact James Pring, Facility Manager (Workshops), at James.Pring@warwick.ac.uk

We are looking for a Senior Workshop Technician with a strong electronics background to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary Workshop Facility, supporting research and teaching primarily across the sciences, though we welcome projects from across the University and beyond.

Based in the Electronics workshop, this is a hands-on role focused on the maintenance, repair, and modification of electronic aspects of laboratory instruments, as well as contributing to the design and build of bespoke scientific equipment. You’ll work closely with researchers, engineers, and other technicians to solve practical problems, bring ideas to life, and keep critical equipment running smoothly. The role spans both routine and creative tasks, from fault-finding and component-level repairs to prototyping new devices.

This is an exciting time to join Warwick, as we prepare for STEM Connect, a new integrated space where the Workshop Facility will showcase technical excellence and support cutting-edge science.

This is a great opportunity for an individual wishing to extend and further develop their skills in an academic environment, whilst learning about a growing strategically important department at the University of Warwick.

We’re looking for someone with strong practical experience in electronics, whether gained through professional roles or personal projects. You might be an experienced technician or someone who’s built strong hands-on expertise through practical experience in a range of settings. What matters most is your ability to diagnose problems, create and build innovative solutions, and your motivation to learn and adapt as technology evolves.

You will bring a methodical and practical approach to troubleshooting, along with solid experience in soldering, PCB work and circuit-level repairs. You will have confidence working with both off-the-shelf and bespoke instruments, understand the importance of maintaining high standards of safety and good workshop practice, and bring a collaborative attitude with a willingness to support others in the team as well as work independently.

We recognise that technical skills develop in many ways, and while formal qualifications are welcome, they are not essential where candidates can demonstrate significant relevant experience. We value practical expertise, curiosity, and a proactive approach to technical challenges.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

The Workshop Facility supports research and teaching across the University.  This role sits within the Department of Chemistry, which is a thriving community of students, academics, researchers, technical and support staff.

The Department of Chemistry’s fundamental research pushes boundaries in all major fields. Through collaborations with the wider science community and industry, our applied work aims to tackle huge global issues from antimicrobial resistance, to solar energy harvesting, and sustainable materials.

We provide an inclusive, vibrant and friendly environment where our students have dedicated support to explore their passion for science.

Athena SWAN Silver Award

We are committed to supporting staff to achieve their potential. Both the Department of Chemistry and the University of Warwick hold Athena SWAN silver awards, a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression, and success for all in academia. We provide a welcoming and inclusive working and learning environment, recognising that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. We welcome applications from individuals who identify with any of the protected characteristics defined by the Equality Act 2010. We are supportive of staff with caring responsibilities.

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106th in the world and 8th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

* World University Ranking 2024, Guardian University Guide 2025

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

CLOSING DEADLINE: Monday 8th December 2025 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

• Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
• Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

• Your motivations for applying to the role.
• Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.

• Interview Date: To be confirmed
• Start Date: To be confirmed

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.

We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.