University of Bath
Job title:
Technical Assistant (AP12581)
Company:
University of Bath
Job description
Special Conditions Uniform, footwear or personal protective equipment is supplied and is required to be worn, Lone working, Please see job description for all special conditions.ShareTechnical AssistantWe are happy to invite applications for the post of Science Assistant, in the Faculty of Science. This hands-on post is an exciting opportunity to work in our Department of Life Sciences teaching laboratories, supporting world-class teaching.About the roleWorking to assist members of the Technical Services Team, Science Assistant duties include supporting the set-up, turn-around and clear down of a wide range of undergraduate practical classes. With a focus on efficiency, the role includes organising glassware, basic chemical preparation, PAT -testing, preparing laboratory materials for washing and/or sterilisation, supplying laboratory materials and ensuring laboratory housekeeping is carried out to an impeccable standard.Lab Assistants also contribute to the smooth running of the departments’ communal research facilities including autoclaves, wash–up facilities, glasshouses, waste stores and organism facilities.For an informal discussion relating to this vacancy, please contact Marianne Harkins ( ) or Ewan Basterfield ( )Interviews to be held week commencing 28th April 2025About youCandidates with technical, science or service provision experience and a proven interest in Life Science subjects are encouraged to apply. A person who can engage with a wide range of stakeholders, can multi-task and prioritise key tasks and are proficient in following clear instructions would enjoy this hands-on, active post.What we can offer you:We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a . We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.We are very proud to be an and are an accredited ; committed to .
- Free counselling services through Health Assured
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
- Staff discount at Team Bath gym
- Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
- Staff discount on language courses
- Generous employer contributory pension schemes
- Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
- A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
- Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
- Local discounts and more
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- An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
and to help with the cost of some immigration expensesWe are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. .what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us and on X for more information.Further details:We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details such as your name, may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.
Expected salary
£23028 – 23881 per year
Location
Glasshouses, North Yorkshire – Bath
Job date
Sat, 05 Apr 2025 03:07:15 GMT
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