Technician

Job title:

Technician

Company:

University of Plymouth

Job description

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is seeking to recruit a Technician to support the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (SoGEES).You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support to teaching and research activities in predominantly Earth Sciences and Geography but this could include Chemistry and Environmental Sciences.It is essential that you have a formal qualification such as an NVQ/BTEC level 3 or 4 or equivalent in a role related subject area and have previous experience of working in a laboratory environment. Familiarity with microscopes, reagents, chemicals, basic laboratory instrumentation and Health and Safety is required. The role involves supporting the organisation of equipment for practical classes, fieldwork activites and associated stores. As such, you must be physically fit because bending, stretching and lifting will be required.As the role may support fieldwork activities, it would be desirable for you to have a full current driving licence with a willingness to travel to different locations.You must be able to engage with students and colleagues in a courteous and constructive manner and prioritise and complete work to deadlines. It would be desirable if you had competent IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office.Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Anita Young: by email atInterviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 30 September 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed .We regret that there is no opportunity to work from home in this position.The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our .We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.Job title Technician Job reference B0385 Date posted 22/08/2024 Application closing date 22/09/2024 Location Plymouth Salary £23,144 – £24,533 per annum – Grade 3 Contract Type Permanent, Full-Time Contractual hours 37 Job category/type Professional/Support Services DescriptionThe Faculty of Science and Engineering is seeking to recruit a Technician to support the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (SoGEES).You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support to teaching and research activities in predominantly Earth Sciences and Geography but this could include Chemistry and Environmental Sciences.It is essential that you have a formal qualification such as an NVQ/BTEC level 3 or 4 or equivalent in a role related subject area and have previous experience of working in a laboratory environment. Familiarity with microscopes, reagents, chemicals, basic laboratory instrumentation and Health and Safety is required. The role involves supporting the organisation of equipment for practical classes, fieldwork activites and associated stores. As such, you must be physically fit because bending, stretching and lifting will be required.As the role may support fieldwork activities, it would be desirable for you to have a full current driving licence with a willingness to travel to different locations.You must be able to engage with students and colleagues in a courteous and constructive manner and prioritise and complete work to deadlines. It would be desirable if you had competent IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office.Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Anita Young: by email atInterviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 30 September 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed .We regret that there is no opportunity to work from home in this position.The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our .We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.

Expected salary

£23144 – 24533 per year

Location

Plymouth

Job date

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 23:16:20 GMT

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