About the job

The University of Leeds is seeking a skilled Technical Specialist to join the Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering (iMBE) within the School of Mechanical Engineering. This full-time ongoing role involves providing high-level technical support across research areas such as biomaterials, biomechanics, tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and implantable medical devices. The position requires maintaining specialist laboratory equipment, supporting experimental systems, and assisting researchers and students in achieving world-class outcomes. The role offers opportunities to develop expertise under ISO 9001 quality principles and work in a collaborative, research-driven environment. Benefits include 42 days of annual leave, an excellent pension scheme, health and wellbeing support, and personal development opportunities. This post is suitable for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route and may also qualify for the Global Talent visa for research professionals.