Level 2 Specialist Technician (Research Facility)

The role

The specialist chemical technician will be involved in all chemical-related matters within the School of Physics and will manage a suite of laboratories. The post holder will be required to provide essential technical support in the laboratories and troubleshoot any problems to ensure the smooth and effective running of the service. As the School Chemical Safety Advisor, they will act as an expert on chemical safety and will produce and review documents such as Risk Assessments and train/induct others to safe practice and specialised techniques. The post holder will be part of both the technical team and the safety team and as such will be expected to provide a high standard of support to the researchers and students. 

What will you be doing?

• Work in line with relevant Health and Safety guidelines
• Write and review chemical-related risk assessments and local rules.
• Act as School Chemical Safety Advisor
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of a suite of chemical laboratories.
• Manage an allocated budget.
• Maintain and service lab equipment.
• Prepare chemical solutions, advise on chemical experiments/setups for School members.
• Train users on complex chemical-related techniques and specialist equipment.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of laboratory users.
• Contribute technical knowledge and experience to the design and delivery of excellent lab experience.
• Advise on and handle hazardous chemical waste for disposal.
• Liaise with contractors and external keyholders where necessary.
• Maintain the school’s chemical inventory and ensure records are accurate. Send reports to the University Safety Office when requested.

You should apply if

You have an extensive experience in working with chemicals in a laboratory setting; A knowledge of chemical-related legislation (e.g. COSHH, DSEAR). You are highly organised with excellent time management, communication, and multi-tasking skills.

You will need to be able to work independently and have proven experience of managing a laboratory and customer’s expectations.

Additional information

For informal queries, contact details: Germinal Magro, germinal.magro@bristol.ac.uk

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