ECFP Mobile Laboratory Technical Sales Executive

Grade UE07: 41064 - 48822 per annum

College of Science and Engineering/School of Physics and Astronomy/Institute for Condensed Matter and Complex Systems

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: Until 30 September 2028

The Opportunity:

From local roots to global impact. Be part of something bigger.

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Join theUniversity of Edinburgh andyoullbe making a difference to everything around you. Be part of something bigger whereyoulldo meaningful work grow and progress be rewarded and recognised and benefit from our strong commitment to your wellbeing. There are so many reasons to join us.

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students performance and wellbeing.

We are looking for aMobile Laboratory Technical Sales Executivefor the Edinburgh Complex Fluids PartnershipDH1 (ECFP). A successful candidate will drive and operate the ECFP Mobile Laboratory working primarily with Small and Medium-sized Enterprises across Scotland and the North of England to help diagnose and solve industry challenges in the area of soft matter physics and complex fluids including e.g. foods beverages construction materials and wastewater treatment. The appointee will run and maintain the ECFP Mobile Laboratory plan engagement campaigns based on sector needs and geographical region demonstrating ECFP capability and working with colleagues to solve industry challenges devise income-generating follow-on projects and impactful outcomes.

The successful candidate will have:

• A degree or equivalent industrial expertise in physical sciences engineering or a related discipline.
• A full clean driving licence enabling the post holder to legally drive a 3.5 tonne vehicle with manual transmission in the UK.
• Experience of technical sales or industry engagement in the context of science and technology.
• The ability to undertake day-to-day work and solve problems without close supervision and the ability to communicate complex information clearly orally and in writing to a range of audiences.

People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive determination and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.

A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:

• Working within one of the worlds leading universities
• Responsibility and autonomy
• Variety every day
• Good salary/pay rates

This post is full-time (35 hours per week). We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

There is an expectation that the candidate will support securing sufficient funding from industrial sources to enable continuation of the role beyond the initial fixed term.

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How to apply

Please include the following documents in your application:

- CV

- Cover letter

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits including generous annual leave entitlement a defined benefits pension scheme a wide range of staff discounts family-friendly initiatives and flexible work options. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits pageand use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race EqualityCharter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 20 March 2026.

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Interview dates to be confirmed.