#job for an Analytical Facility Technician (Chemistry) in @chemistryatyork.bsky.social to support the Chemistry Analytical Facility (eg NMR spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction & Micro-Analysis Service). Apply by 18/3/26: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/anal...

#job Internal vacancy for a Technical Team Manager in School of Physics, Engineering & Technology to be the lead electrical specialist + managing the rotational machines lab. Apply by 01/03/2026 jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

#job for a Fire Safety Coordinator (development opportunity), which would suit someone with technical or research experience moving into a Fire + H&S role. Apply 2/3/2026: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/fire...

#job Research Technician with Luke Alphey within @biologyatyork.bsky.social to develop piRNA-based antiviral effects in the mosquito Aedes aegypti to reduce harm caused by pest insects. Apply by 16/02/2026 jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/rese...

#job Research Technician with Faria & Mottram groups within @biologyatyork.bsky.social @ybri-uoy.bsky.social investigating the interplay between genome organisation, nuclear architecture & gene expression regulation in Leishmania. Apply by: 23/02/2026 jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/tech...

INTERNAL job vacancy for a research technician with Rezk lab within @biologyatyork.bsky.social to define the range of forces that can cause physical, biochemical and cell fate changes in primary blood stem cells. Apply by 26/01/2026. jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

Institute for Safe Autonomy Demo Day Discover what ISA does at our Demo Day – explore hands-on demonstrations of autonomous systems and see our labs, test spaces, and facilities in action. Open to everyone at the University of York.

INTERNAL EVENT: Open to anyone working at the University: Institute for Safe Autonomy Demo day: Wed 25th Feb 12.30-1530.
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INTERNAL #job for a Technical Specialist with @lizrylott.bsky.social within CNAP in @biologyatyork.bsky.social investigating uptake of rare earth elements by Eucalyptus & model plant species from mine tailings & artificial media. Apply by 21/1/2026 jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

Don’t miss these training opportunities for technical professionals in 2026

WinterFest – 12–23 January: Online learning festival for technical professionals delivered by UK ITSS Learning & Development Academy. RSB Training Courses – 22 January: Courses in Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York – special bundle offer available for booking onto both courses. RSB Training Courses – 28-29 April: Courses in Microscopy & Microbiology and ELISA at Brunel University, London

SpringFest – 11–22 May: Online learning festival for technical professionals delivered by UK ITSS Learning & Development Academy. RSB Training Courses – 10 June: Courses in Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York – special bundle offer available for booking onto both courses ITSS Learning & Development Academy: New expert-led course offerings throughout 2026, with prices starting from £0 and flexible learning options

Upcoming career development opportunities for technical professionals in 2026 👇🏾

WinterFest: buff.ly/ILUHg9P
@rsb.org.uk technical skills courses: buff.ly/hq8HBTI
@uk-itss.bsky.social Learning & Development Academy: buff.ly/PFKYBS4
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#INTERNAL vacancy for a Chemistry Analytical Facility - Technical Specialist to provide specialist technical support across the Chemistry Analytical Facility within the Dept. Chemistry. Apply by 04/01/2026 jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

FYI: The UK Technical Equality Diversity and Inclusion Network (TEDIN) helps to ensure policy, research and strategy produced by the @uk-itss.bsky.social reflects the EDI needs of the technical workforce. Connect with the network by subscribing to the jiscmail: www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/wa-j...

Collaboration Fund Now Open. Grants of between £100–1000 available

What is the Collaboration Fund? A small grants scheme that funds collaborative projects between Technician Commitment signatory institutions and external partners that advance the aims of the Technician Commitment Who can apply? Any staff member at a Technician Commitment signatory organisation. Collaborating external organisations do not need to be signatories. How much funding is on offer? Up to 5 grants ranging between £100–1000 each. Funding is awarded on a competitive basis. Swipe for funding criteria & application process

Your project is a collaboration with any UK-based external partner(s) – they don’t have to be a Technician Commitment signatory. The project will take place between 1 April and 31 December 2026 Your institution is a signatory to the Technician Commitment Your project advances at least 1 pillar of the Technician Commitment: Visibility, Recognition, Career Development and Sustainability Eligibility checklist More details on our website

To apply, complete the application form by 9 February 2026. Questions? See our website for more information or contact Clare Stevenson at tc@itss.org.uk

We warmly invite members of our signatory institutions to apply for the Technician Commitment Collaboration Fund, a small grants scheme allowing for signatories to undertake projects with external partners.

Read more and apply before 9 February 2026 👉 shorturl.at/1aeJT

NEWS | What skills do technicians need right now?

Our latest article looks at how the skills landscape is changing in HE and research, and introduces our new 2026 courses designed to support technical professionals at every stage of their career.

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#job for a Biological Safety Officer to act as the principal source of expert advice on biosafety and biosecurity. The BSO will support departments & supervisors in meeting all relevant regulatory requirements. Apply by 04/01/2026 jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/biol...

#job for a Renewable Energy Technician in SPET. Duties include: schematic capture & PCB layout, 3D CAD modelling, 3D printing, prep of laboratory equipment for teaching, repair & maintenance of existing equipment. Apply by 04/01/2026. jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/rene...

#job internal applicants only: Technical Specialist in Compound Specific Isotope Analysis playing a leading role in the preparation and analysis of archaeological materials in BioArCh within @uoyarchaeology.bsky.social. Apply by 9/12/2025: jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

#job for a Laboratory Technician within @biologyatyork.bsky.social undertaking a critical role providing daily technical support, organisation and housekeeping within the Biology Teaching Labs. Apply by 05/12/2025: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/labo...

#job Directorate of estates is looking to recruit a Technical Support Engineer (Electrical) to maintain and improve the University’s energy and utility assets. Apply by 21/11/2025: jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

@biologyatyork.bsky.social is looking to appoint a Horticulture Technician Apprentice to support plant science research. Duties include propagating, hydroponics, experimenting, managing day-to-day care of plants + plant pest control etc. Apply by 05/12/2025: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/hort...

Collage celebrating the eight nominees shortlisted for the 2025 Times Higher Education Outstanding Technician of the Year Award. Top row: Phil Chaplain, Engineering Services Manager and Health & Safety Coordinator in the School of Computing, Engineering & Technology at Robert Gordon University. Second row (left to right): Linda Lightley, Scientific Officer in the School of Design at Northumbria University; Jiteen Ahmed, Head of Technical Services in the College of Health and Life Sciences at Aston University; Alex Laude, Head of Biomedical Research Facilities at Newcastle University. Third row (left to right): Helena Brown, Technical Specialist in the School of Earth and Environment at the University of Leeds; John Nicolson, Technician Development Adviser at the University of Cambridge. Bottom row (left to right): Joe Rees-Jones, Research Technician in the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology at the University of York; Kate Robinson, Ruminant Section Manager at Harper Adams University’s Future Farm.

Monday reading: Meet the 8 shortlisted nominees for the 2025 @timeshighered.bsky.social Outstanding Technician of the Year award ➡️ shorturl.at/6IVv0
We’re proud to sponsor the award – winner announced this Thursday at the #THEAwards

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Meet James Fox @uofytechs.bsky.social, Senior Technical Manager at the University of York — our latest Technician Under the Microscope! From autoclaves to blood for research, no two days are the same. Read his story👇
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How research technical professionals can enhance research infrastructure funding bids When technicians are empowered and supported, they don’t just contribute to best practice and equipment sustainability, they can boost bids for investment in infrastructure

#tip #TechniciansMakeItHappen "How research technical professionals can enhance research infrastructure funding bids" www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-r...

#job for a Technician in York School of Architecture providing skilled technical support in architectural model making and ensuring safe operation of equipment & general workshop management. Apply by 27/11/2025. More info: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/tech...

#job internal advert for a Technician in @biologyatyork.bsky.social in the Dasmahapatra Group www.york.ac.uk/biology/peop... to support ongoing projects on plant and butterfly evolution. Full time 4 month position. Apply by 04/11/2025. More details: jobs.york.ac.uk/internal/vac...

Highlighting: Rebecca Stokes from @biologyatyork.bsky.social who was the runner up in the @rsb.org.uk Technical Apprentice of the Year 2025. Rebecca received her award from @dougbrown1.bsky.social at a celebration event at the Houses of Parliament www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week... #congratulations

Collage of Apprentice of the Year award winners and finalists

Collage of creative award winners

Collage of winners of the President's medal

Winner of the School Biology Teacher of the Year award with two members of RSB staff

Thank you to everyone who attended our #BiologyWeek Networking and Awards Ceremony last night! Congrats to all the awardees for their achievements, including those who entered our creative & careers awards, & the winners of the President’s Medal.

Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week...

#job for a Technician in Creative Technologies within School of Physics Engineering & Technology: responsible for the day to day running of the XR Stories Studio, working with users and promoting the labs' work externally. Apply by 3/11/25 jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/tech...

#outreach opportunity with BBC Bitesize Careers Tour "Technicians: We Make the Difference". Theyre looking for panellists of early career tech staff <30yrs old who got into the role via a non-graduate degree route - email bitesizecareerstour@bbc.co.uk

#job for a Research Technician working in CNAP within @biologyatyork.bsky.social targeting molecular breeding and metabolic engineering of crop plants. Apply by 06/10/2025. More details here: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/rese...