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Find out about about our technical skills development priorities for the period 2024-27, and about the opportunities available to UCL technical staff.
The working areas below are cross-referenced with UCL’s Research Culture roadmap and the four pillars of the Technician Commitment:
1. Fulfilling Careers
Technical Professionals Careers Framework
Find out more about the four job families in the Technical Professionals' practice area, view the career pathways within them and read career case studies from colleagues across UCL. Access the Framework
MyAppraisal
Access MyAppraisal, the new digital appraisal tool for UCL, an initiative that is part of our Strategic Plan 2022-27.
Arena/AdvanceHE Fellowship
The Arena Fellowhip, accredited by AdvanceHE, is open to all staff, if you teach, support students' learning or if you lead on an area of education, no matter what your job title.
Professional Registration Support
As a proud Employer Champion for the Science Council, UCL is dedicated to supporting technical professionals in achieving professional registration. The Professional Registration Support program is designed to provide comprehensive support through webinars, application development sessions, and financial assistance for the first year of registration.
2. Developing Technical Skills
Knowledge Exchange Opportunities
Submit an expression of interest to participate in knowledge exchange activities.
LLIDER Tech Network
This platform is specifically designed for technical professionals to exchange ideas and knowledge, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. The network will address training and development challenges within the technician community and foster research collaborations between technicians and researchers. Find out more about the LLIDER Tech Network and contact tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk .
TLevels
T Levels are a new two-year vocational qualification, equivalent to 3 A Levels, designed to prepare students for skilled employment or further study. Express your interest in hosting a TLevel placement.
TechMentor
Register your interest for taking part in UCL's Technical Professionals Mentorship Programme, as a mentor or as a mentee.
IOSH Managing Safely
This programme provides essential knowledge and understanding of how to manage health & safety responsibilities in the workplace. Register your interest in the IOSH Managing Safely programme.
Apprenticeships
UCL Apprenticeship opportunities are for those who are either at the start of their careers or want to invest in further developing their skills and knowledge. They include Apprenticeships for Data Technicians, Education Technicians, Engineering Manufacturing Technicians, and Laboratory Technicians. Find out about Apprenticeships at UCL.
3. Fostering Collaborative Environment
Technical Skills Development Hub (TSDH)
The Technical Skills Development Hub (TSDH) is the organisational home of the Technician Commitment at UCL. It supports technical career development, skills management, and the attraction and retention of technical talent. The TSDH aims to develop Technical Professionals within collaborative platforms, creating an environment where they can thrive and continuously develop technical skills to pioneer technology, aligning with UCL’s academic priorities.
Technical Managers Group (TMG)
Comprising of representatives from technical staff, senior management, and UCL Organisational Development, the purpose of the Technical Managers Group (TGM) is to represent the full range of technical roles across the institution and drive forward the implementation of UCL’s Technician Commitment Action Plan. TMG is also a key stakeholder group for the Technical Skills Development Hub.
Research Facilities Managers Group (RFMG)
A peer group to foster collaboration and promote best practices among Technical Professionals who manage Research Technical Platforms and shared core facilities within UCL. Contact: tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk
Techs Green
A Network of Technical Professionals interested in Environmental sustainability. Contact: tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk
Techs EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion)
To bring UCL’s Technical Community together to discuss current topics related to EDI, bringing the technical professional’s perspective into UCL-wide initiatives, fostering collaboration and avoiding duplication of efforts. Contact: tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk
Lab Tech Network
Join the Lab Tech Network on Teams.
UCL Profiles
Discover UCL’s staff and doctoral researchers. Find out about their research and teaching activities, collaborations, industry partnerships, publications and more. Access UCL Profiles
4. Celebrating Technical Talent
Technical Staff Showcase
Book your place here for our upcoming event on 25-26 June 2025. Join us on for innovation, awards, CPD opportunities, and inspiring keynote speakers. Find out more about last year's showcase. Contact: tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk for more info.
Technical Professional of the Year Awards
Nominations are now closed for 2025. View the award winners for 2024 and watch out for the 2025 results to be announced at the Technical Staff Showcase on 25-26 June. Contact: tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk
Photo Competition
We will celebrate technical excellence at our Technical Staff Showcase on 25-26 June, with a photo competition. Contact: tsdhub@ucl.ac.uk
Fair attribution/authorship guideline
It is vital that all contributions by UCL Technical and other Professional Services staff and Facilities are correctly attributed, and staff are credited for their work. Check the Fair attribution/authorship guideline (PDF) issued in January 2025.
UCL200 - celebrating UCL's bicentennial
2026 is the year in which we celebrate UCL’s Bicentenary, marking 200 years since UCL’s establishment as the first University in London. Join us for exciting UCL200 Programme of activities and events. Find out more about UCL200