Anatomy Laboratory Technician

Job Description

About Us

The Division of Biosciences at UCL is recognized worldwide as a leading centre for research and teaching in the biological sciences. With over 500 staff and 300+ PhD students, we are proud of our international reputation for excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join the Anatomy Laboratory team, supporting teaching and training that is vital to the education of UCL medical and life sciences students.

The Role

As an Anatomy Laboratory Technician, you will provide essential technical and administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the Anatomy Laboratory.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting laboratory teaching by setting up practical class materials and surgical workshop resources.

Assisting with the receipt, preservation, and disposal of cadaveric material.

Maintaining laboratory cleanliness, safety, and security, ensuring only authorised students and staff access the facilities.

Completing and monitoring audit documentation in line with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) and Health & Safety requirements.

Maintaining accurate records, registers, and protocol paperwork.

Assisting with finance-related tasks linked to laboratory operations.

Conducting regular audits of human material used for teaching.

Caring for and maintaining teaching equipment and materials.

You will acquire specialist skills and training as part of the role and play a crucial part in supporting the laboratory’s core teaching activities.

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, accurate, and able to work carefully in a sensitive environment.

Essential requirements:

GCSEs (including Maths and English) or equivalent qualifications.

A background in biological sciences.

Experience working in an anatomy laboratory or mortuary setting.

Ability to carry out routine, repetitive tasks with accuracy and consistency.

Willingness and ability to handle cadavers with professionalism.

Good computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams).

What We Offer

At UCL, we support our colleagues to thrive through our Ways of Working framework. This role comes with excellent benefits, including:

41 days holiday (27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 6 closure days, taken outside term time).

Option to purchase up to 5 additional days’ annual leave.

Defined benefit career average revalued earnings (CARE) pension scheme.

Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan.

On-site nursery and gym.

Relocation support (for eligible roles).

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.

Staff Support Service and Employee Assistance Programme.

Access to discounted medical insurance.

For a full list of benefits, visit: UCL Reward and Benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UCL is proud to be London’s Global University. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a fair, inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We particularly welcome applications from groups underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ communities, and, for senior roles, women.

The Division of Biosciences holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award, recognizing our commitment to advancing gender equality.

How to Apply.

For application support or accessibility adjustments, please contact the HR Administrator.

Please note: This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.