Technical and Administrative Assistant
- University of Surrey
- United Kingdom, SRY
- Jul 1, 2026
Job Description:
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.
We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.
Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.
The role
An exciting opportunity for a Technical and Administrative Assistant in the School of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering (part time 0.5 FTE, fixed term contract upto 5 months).
The Administrative Assistant will support daily laboratory, workshop, or technical operations by preparing equipment, assisting with routine tests, and maintaining safe, organised workspaces. They will provide reliable organisational and clerical support to ensure smooth day to day operations.
The role involves managing communications, coordinating schedules, maintaining records, and supporting staff with administrative tasks. The postholder will act as a first point of contact for enquiries and help keep workflows efficient and well organised. The role also includes data recording, basic analysis, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The postholder works closely with technical staff and researchers, providing reliable hands on support to keep experiments, teaching sessions, or engineering activities running smoothly.
About you
The postholder will have attention to detail, practical technical ability, good organisation, and effective teamwork.
How to apply
Please apply online with a CV and Cover letter on the University website.
Please note the University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Calibre of applications.
Closing Date: 06 Jul 2026
Area: Technical & Experimental
Salary: £18,847 per annum pro rata (0.5 FTE) upto 5 months
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Job Description:
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.
We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee.
Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference.
The role
An exciting opportunity for a Technical and Administrative Assistant in the School of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering (part time 0.5 FTE, fixed term contract upto 5 months).
The Administrative Assistant will support daily laboratory, workshop, or technical operations by preparing equipment, assisting with routine tests, and maintaining safe, organised workspaces. They will provide reliable organisational and clerical support to ensure smooth day to day operations.
The role involves managing communications, coordinating schedules, maintaining records, and supporting staff with administrative tasks. The postholder will act as a first point of contact for enquiries and help keep workflows efficient and well organised. The role also includes data recording, basic analysis, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. The postholder works closely with technical staff and researchers, providing reliable hands on support to keep experiments, teaching sessions, or engineering activities running smoothly.
About you
The postholder will have attention to detail, practical technical ability, good organisation, and effective teamwork.
How to apply
Please apply online with a CV and Cover letter on the University website.
Please note the University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Calibre of applications.
Closing Date: 06 Jul 2026
Area: Technical & Experimental
Salary: £18,847 per annum pro rata (0.5 FTE) upto 5 months
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