3D Design Technical Officer

About ARU:

We are ranked in the world’s top 350 institutions in the 2022 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and we are a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. Our research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical and creative fields.  We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities.  Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world-leading. In 2021, we were awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading music therapy work.

About the Role:

The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences is seeking a 3D Design Technical Officer to join our Faculty Technical Team. This post will provide specialist technical support to the Faculty’s Futures Lab. The 3D Design Technical Officer is responsible for providing technical assistance to students with 3D printing, 3D scanning, model making and prototyping. This includes the day-to-day running, maintenance and operation of the Futures Lab and support of art studio areas. 

With a degree in an art and design related field or part qualified in relevant professional qualification at degree level, you’ll be experienced in providing technical support to art and design education or industry. With the ability to work independently and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you’ll have knowledge of general 3D Printing including SLS, SLA & FDM and 3D Scanning.

Informal enquiries can be made to Daniel Jagger, Head of Technical Services and Dep Head Operations, at: Daniel.Jagger@aru.ac.uk. 

Find out more about working with us.

We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our benefits page for full details.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff to share this commitment.

We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.

Guidance Notes: 

For a list of key requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply for this role please demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria in the person specification. 

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