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Technical Specialist - Forensic Science

Nottingham Trent University - Chemistry and Forensics - School of Science & Technology

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £29,762 to £34,475 p.a. pro rata. Grade G
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 12th January 2023
Closes: 13th February 2023
Job Ref: 011928

We're committed to delivering outstanding teaching and world-leading research, that changes lives and society. If you are ambitious to shape the future, and contribute to our mission, come and join our exciting team of enthusiastic staff and students.

We're looking to appoint a Technical Specialist in Forensic Science to manage a suite of labs, the Crime Scene Training Facility, and a small team of technicians. The role involves working with the Forensic Science academic team to support undergraduate and masters level teaching and research projects, in the areas of crime scene investigation and physical evidence examination.

You'll be responsible for ensuring that the Forensic Science labs and the Crime Scene Training Facility are kept to the highest standards of Health and Safety, cleanliness, and organisation. Equipment within these spaces (such as DCS5, GL Scan, ESDA etc.) will be maintained and demonstrated to students during practical sessions. Training on equipment for research students and junior staff members will also be undertaken.  

Excellent communication skills are essential to liaise with the academic team to determine technical requirements, manage the workload of the technical team, and to assist students in the labs where required. You'll also be expected to be flexible and support colleagues and students in other areas of the School of Science and Technology, as part of a School-wide technical team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with relevant experience, either within a higher education/training environment, or industry. Other essential competencies for the job are organisation, leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to a high-quality customer experience.

If you have any specific queries in relation to this position, please contact Diego Lo Destro (diego.lodestro@ntu.ac.uk)

Successful applicants will usually be appointed to the base of the advertised salary grade, except in justifiable circumstances.

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NTU is proud to be a signatory of the Technician Commitment. The Commitment aims to ensure visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians working in higher education and research, across all disciplines. Read more here: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/jobs/working-at-ntu/techniciancommitment

We also offer:

  • Between 25 and 35 days annual leave per year (dependent on grade) plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
  • Generous pension scheme with life assurance.  
  • Opportunity to receive a bonus for exceptional performance and contribution
  • Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
  • And a whole lot more…

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.

About NTU

NTU prides itself on being an inclusive employer. We value and celebrate equality in opportunities, and we encourage applications from people who reflect the diversity of our communities.

This role is open to non-UK/Irish applicants subject to current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules. Please ensure that you have the appropriate right to work in the UK for this role and consult the Home Office website for further information.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.

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