Science technician jobs

28 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Gel Resourcing Ltd Oxford, UK

Occupational Health Technician / Trainee A leading client of ours is looking for an Occupational Health Technician / Trainee Occupational Health Technician, to work on a full-time, permanent basis within their friendly and supportive team. They will also consider someone with transferable skills, i.e., Sports Science Graduate, Emergency Medical Technician or Health Care Assistant. Role: To carry out health screening and health surveillance for a variety of clients in the Oxford area. Driving a mobile medical unit Weekly overnight stays Essential Experience: Some experience with general baseline measurements (Height, Weight, Blood Pressure) Full UK driving licence At least 21 years of age The successful individual will work as part of a team to deliver an exceptional OH service to our client and help bring success to the Company. Please don't hesitate in contacting us at Gel Resourcing, and we would be more than happy to give you further details. Please do get in...

28 Apr, 2026

Temporary

R&D Process Technician

Manpower UK Ltd Oxfordshire, UK

Manpower is seeking R&D Process Technicians We invite applications from recent graduates in engineering, science, or related disciplines seeking valuable industry experience, as well as individuals with operational expertise in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related sectors. Position: Temporary R&D Process Technician Contract Duration: 6 months. Location: Didcot, Milton Park Payrate: 16.27 Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts following a consistent schedule of 4-day shifts, 4-day shifts, 4 days off, 4-night shifts. Key Responsibilities: Operate pilot plant equipment (comprehensive training provided) Assemble and disassemble plant equipment for maintenance and troubleshooting (training provided) Monitor production processes and diagnose faults. Handle and prepare raw materials and products to required standards. Maintain high quality standards throughout production. Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations and actively promote a safety-first culture....

25 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Trainee Occupational Health Technician

gel Resourcing Ltd Oxford, UK

Occupational Health Technician / Trainee A leading client of ours is looking for an Occupational Health Technician / Trainee Occupational Health Technician, to work on a full-time, permanent basis within their friendly and supportive team. They will also consider someone with transferable skills, i.e., Sports Science Graduate, Emergency Medical Technician or Health Care Assistant. Role: To carry out health screening and health surveillance for a variety of clients in the Oxford area. Driving a mobile medical unit Weekly overnight stays Essential Experience: Some experience with general baseline measurements (Height, Weight, Blood Pressure) Full UK driving licence At least 21 years of age The successful individual will work as part of a team to deliver an exceptional OH service to our client and help bring success to the Company. Please don't hesitate in contacting us at Gel Resourcing, and we would be more than happy to give you further details. Please do get in...

09 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Repair and Maintenance Technician

Berry Recruitment Oxford, UK

Berry Recruitment are now recruiting for a Repair and Maintenance Technician to join our client's growing team. Role: Repair and Maintenance Technician Department: Facilities Reports to: Senior Engineer Location: Cowley, Oxford Days: Monday - Friday Hours: Full Time (plus call outs) Salary: 32,000 - 37,000 About our Client Our client is dedicated to transforming groundbreaking science into solutions that address humanity's most urgent challenges. From health and medical science to sustainable agriculture, clean energy, and AI-driven government innovation, they operate across four high-impact global endeavours. Key Responsibilities of the Repair and Maintenance Technician General Maintenance & Repairs Carry out a wide range of general handyman tasks including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and minor construction. Work safely within regulated laboratory and clinical environments. Quality, Safety & Compliance Ensure all...

20 Apr, 2026

Full Time

Research Software Engineer

£40,500 yearly

The Rosalind Franklin Institute Harwell Oxford, Didcot, UK

Research Software Engineer The Rosalind Franklin Institute (the Franklin) is a technology institute established by the UK Government as a unique centre committed to advancing tools that are needed to transform healthcare in the future. Our teams are aligned across a number of technology and life science challenges as part of our strategic focus, with scientists, technologists and software engineers working together in a multi-disciplinary and collaborative environment at our state-of-the-art research facility at Harwell in Oxfordshire. Role Overview As a Research Software Engineer (RSE) at the Franklin, you will bring scientific research and computational skills to develop scientific software, apply artificial intelligence (AI) and data science to solve scientific challenges and develop compute and data infrastructure to accelerate scientific workloads. Through this work, you will build scientific independence, develop new science and leadership skills, and establish a...

28 Apr, 2026

Temporary

Production Operative

Manpower UK Ltd Oxfordshire, UK

Manpower is seeking Scientific Production Operatives. We invite applications from recent graduates in engineering, science, or related disciplines seeking valuable industry experience, as well as individuals with operational expertise in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related sectors. Position: Temporary Scientific Production Operative Contract Duration: 6 months. Location: Didcot, Milton Park Payrate: 16.27 Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts following a consistent schedule of 4-day shifts, 4 days off, 4-night shifts. Key Responsibilities: Operate pilot plant equipment (comprehensive training provided) Assemble and disassemble plant equipment for maintenance and troubleshooting (training provided) Monitor production processes and diagnose faults. Handle and prepare raw materials and products to required standards. Maintain high quality standards throughout production. Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations and actively promote a safety-first culture....

26 Apr, 2026

Full Time

Head of Discipline – Propulsion Systems

Thales Oxford, UK

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high-tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Thanks to our diversity of skills, talents and cultures, our customers (governments, institutions, space agencies, telecommunications operators), therefore have Space to Connect, Secure & Defend, Observe & Protect, Explore, Travel & Navigate. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s...

24 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Rail Survey Systems Technician- ID45997

Humand Oxford, UK

Rail Survey Systems Technician Field Systems Engineer Technical Survey Equipment Specialist The Opportunity Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a Rail Survey Systems Technician to join a highly skilled technical team supporting innovative survey and data capture systems used across large-scale infrastructure environments. This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, combining workshop preparation, field deployment, and international travel, while playing a critical part in ensuring complex systems perform at their best. You will become the vital link between field teams and technical operations, working with advanced equipment and contributing to projects that deliver meaningful, real-world insights. Why This Role is Great This is far more than a support position. It is an opportunity to take ownership, build expertise, and make a tangible impact: Get hands-on with high-performance survey and data acquisition systems Play a key role in...

22 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Lead Engineer - Software & HPC Engineering

Rullion Engineering Cumbria Oxford, UK

Lead / Senior HPC Engineer Location: On-site (due to secure, air-gapped systems) Full-time 40 hours per week Are you ready to play a key role in one of the most ambitious technological challenges of our time? We are a pioneering UK-based deep-tech company developing next-generation solutions at the cutting edge of advanced physics, simulation, and machine learning. Our work is focused on unlocking scalable, clean energy through breakthrough approaches, supported by world-class computational capabilities and innovative engineering. Alongside our core mission, we collaborate with leading organisations across advanced industries, applying our proprietary simulation tools and technologies to solve complex, high-impact challenges. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly skilled, mission-driven team working at the forefront of science and engineering innovation. The Role We're seeking a Lead HPC Engineer - or an experienced Senior HPC Engineer ready to step up -...

18 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Sales Engineer

Hunter Selection Curbridge, Witney OX29 7NT, UK

Sales Engineer 35k - 45k Commutable from Oxford, Chipping Norton, Abingdon, Kidlington, Faringdon, Wantage & Didcot 25 days + BH, profit share bonus, Health insurance, Life assurance, Company pension scheme Working with a long-established company within the industrial manufacturing sector with a huge client base & brilliant reputation. A great opportunity for a Sales Engineer to join a small team of experienced sales people who can support development. Role & Responsibilities: Qualifying business development leads utilising sales calls, emails & LinkedIn Handling incoming enquiries and customer quotations Working with colleagues across international sales, and engineering teams. Targeted campaigns to develop new & existing customers Attending international exhibitions Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a Sales Engineer role or similar. Experience in a manufacturing or technical environment Outbound...

16 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Senior/Lead Process Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion

Lanesra Technical Recruitment Chipping Norton OX7, UK

Position: Senior/ Lead Process Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid and supporting projects in Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire & Hampshire) Guide Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 Plus Bonus, Car Allowance & Package Our client is developing and building multiple bioenergy Projects in the UK and they are looking for skilled people to deliver on these fantastic opportunities in Anaerobic Digestion and Biomethane. They are recruiting for a Senior or Lead Process Engineer who can lead these projects from inception to completion. You will be delivering, supported by the Head of Engineering and Delivery, project tasks, designs and working with the internal team and process contractors/suppliers at various stages in the project life cycle, to deliver projects to specification, within agreed time frames and budget. Each project is valued at roughly 35m with an estimated construction period of 12-18 months followed by extensive commissioning....

16 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Senior Building Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting Oxfordshire, UK

Senior Building Surveyor - Oxfordshire Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy We are proud to be partnering with a highly respected, multi-discipline consultancy delivering engineering, design, and surveying expertise across the construction industry. With a strong reputation and growing presence across Oxfordshire, and surrounding areas, our client continues to expand both their footprint in the industry and their impressive client base. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join the business in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the Associate Director, take ownership of key responsibilities, and play a central role in shaping the future of the team! The Role As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will be involved in delivering a wide range of professional and project-led services across multiple non-residential sectors. Key Responsibilities include: Undertaking condition surveys and producing...

16 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Scientific Software Engineer (C++)

Mars Recruitment Milton Hill, UK

Scientific Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid £70,000pa - £75,000pa plus benefits: Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers? If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid ground-breaking science. They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex concepts to...

15 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Lead Software Engineer

Mars Recruitment Garford, Abingdon OX13, UK

Lead Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid £75,000pa plus benefits: Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers? If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid ground-breaking science. They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and effectively communicating complex concepts to both technical and...

15 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Telecare Installation Technician

Berry Recruitment Ambrosden, Bicester, UK

We're hiring a Telecare Installation Technician for a well-established client in Oxfordshire ! Position: Telecare Installation Technician Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire Salary: 26,499 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm Job Type: Temporary Job Overview We are looking for a reliable and practical Installation Technician to join our team in Oxfordshire. This role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing telecare equipment to support vulnerable individuals in the community. You'll play a key role in ensuring service users feel safe and supported by delivering high-quality installations and responsive maintenance services. Key Responsibilities Installation & Collection Install telecare equipment in line with assessments and documentation Decommission and collect equipment when services are no longer required Respond to emergency call-outs and planned maintenance visits Repairs & Maintenance Diagnose and repair telecare...

14 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Geo-Environmental Engineer

PWS Technical Services (UK) LTD Didcot, UK

Geo-Environmental Engineer We are looking for a Geo-Environmental Engineer possessing at least 3 5 years experience in the contaminated land, soil, ground, or remediation sectors. An attractive basic salary of c£35,000 - £45,000 is on offer, plus permanent benefits package which includes company vehicle, bonus and expenses. Our client has a strategy to grow significantly over the next three to five years and have an exciting opportunity for a Geo-Environmental Engineer to play a key role in realising this strategy. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience and technical expertise in any area of this arena. You will work on multiple schemes simultaneously within various sectors, and your responsibilities will comprise of the management and delivery of projects, working within a multi-skilled team, conducting technical reviews, interpretative report writing, liaison and meetings with clients and regulatory authorities, and ensuring compliance with health and...

10 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Project Engineer

Astute People Ardley, Bicester OX27 7PF, UK

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Project Engineer to work on their Energy from Waste Power Stations in Bicester and Croydon. The main purpose of the role is to deliver engineering changes to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the plants. The vital Project Engineer comes with a salary of up to c. 75,000 + car allowance + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. This will be a 3-year Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of future opportunities in the wider business. If you're a Project Engineer, ideally mechanically biased, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will be responsible for: The main purpose of the role is to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the two ERF facilities Working closely with OEMs,...

09 Apr, 2026

Contract

Electrical Engineer

Randstad Construction and Property Didcot, UK

Electrical Engineer We are seeking a qualified and experienced Electrical Engineer to join a critical maintenance team at a world-leading science and innovation hub in Didcot . This is a unique opportunity to work across a diverse business park environment supporting public and private sector organizations at the forefront of aerospace, clean energy, life sciences, and quantum computing . Role Overview Pay Rate: 25 per hour Hours: 40 hours per week. Contract Type: Contract till July (Ongoing). Location: Didcot (Business Park setting). Start Date: ASAP / 13/04/2026. Key Responsibilities Technical Maintenance: Carry out comprehensive planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and rapid reactive repairs to ensure 100% uptime for critical site infrastructure. Fault Diagnosis: Utilize advanced fault-finding techniques across a wide range of sophisticated electrical machinery and plant equipment. System Reliability: Support high-tech...

03 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Senior Retrofit Designer / Assessor

Eden Brown Oxfordshire, UK

Senior Retrofit Designer / Assessor Oxford Hybrid Working 9 Day Fortnight Up to 65k A growing sustainability consultancy is looking to hire a Senior Retrofit Designer / Assessor to join its Oxford-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who can lead retrofit projects end-to-end, combining hands-on site work with technical design, modelling and client engagement. The Opportunity This is a highly varied, project-led role with a strong balance between site-based assessment and technical delivery. Around 30% of your time will be spent on-site, carrying out fabric surveys and air tightness testing across residential, education and commercial buildings throughout London and Oxfordshire (with travel fully covered). The remaining 70% will focus on leading retrofit design and analysis, where you'll: Develop and own retrofit strategies Deliver building performance modelling Lead client and design team workshops Oversee project...

03 Apr, 2026

Permanent

Field Sales Executive

Glen Callum Associates Ltd Henley-on-Thames RG9, UK

Field Sales Executive - Car Parts I am recruiting on behalf of our client, for an experienced Field Sales Executive or Internal Sales Executive who wants to move into Field Sales. The role is to manage a well-established territory within the Thames Valley region selling a full range of car parts and accessories . This is an excellent opportunity for a driven B2B sales professional who enjoys autonomy, relationship-building, and developing a territory with genuine earning potential. You will be joining a well-established business, who value and support their employees and can offer a rewarding career and vibrant work environment. Ideal Location: Thames Valley Salary: 25,000 Basic 40,000 OTE (Uncapped Commission) 28 days Hols Pension Remote Working Career Development The Role: Covering a defined regional patch, you will be selling automotive aftermarket products directly to independent garages and automotive businesses. The role combines new business...