Assistant Forensic technician

The role

This is an exciting part‑time (0.5 FTE) opportunity for an Assistant Forensic Technician to join the University and support students and staff in Forensic Investigation teaching and research.

Within the School of Social Sciences, the Assistant Forensic Technician will assist in the operation of the Crime Scene, forensic investigation and policing modules that include practicals conducted in a crime scene and lab space.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the design and delivery of practical scenarios for teaching
• Maintenance of equipment
• Training users on specialist equipment
• Assisting with research requests and outreach activities

Due to scheduled teaching commitments, working hours will be a half‑day Wednesday, and full days on Thursday and Friday.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of forensic investigation or experience in a related professional setting and understand the importance of providing students with an excellent learning experience.

Please apply on the University website with your CV and cover letter. Final date to receive applications is Sunday 26th July 2026. We aim to interview candidates on Tuesday 4th August 2026. Please contact Forensic Technician Sarah Walsh () or Associate Professor Claire Rhodes () for informal inquiries.

The University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on volume and caliber of applications.