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Senior Teaching Support Technician (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge - Department of Biochemistry

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £25,742 to £29,605
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 6th September 2024
Closes: 30th September 2024
Job Ref: PH43004

Location: Central Cambridge

A Senior Teaching Support Technician is required to join a small team to provide laboratory support for undergraduate practical classes and occasional general technical support for the wider Department. During University term time the primary role will be to assist in the preparation of reagents and equipment allocation for classes, setting out and clearing away of teaching materials and ensuring equipment is in good working order. Outside of term, it is anticipated that the role holder will provide either general technical support for the benefit of all researchers within the Department, or be assigned to support nominated research groups, or a combination of both, as required. The teaching labs occasionally host external events and outreach activities which this position will support. This role will deputise for the Chief Teaching technician and may be allocated responsibility for small projects to optimise the experiments performed by the students in practical classes. The role holder will be required to work reasonable overtime, including the occasional weekend and bank holiday, for which you will be compensated.

Typically, the position will be involved in preparation for laboratory practical classes for around 80-90% of the time during term and the opposite ratio in favour of Departmental technical support outside term. Working with the wider Department will allow the successful candidate to build relationships with the researchers and other support staff in Biochemistry, learn new techniques, and broaden scientific support knowledge. The role holder will report to the Chief Teaching Support Technician.

The role requires a conscientious, accurate and methodical approach with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines, usually under pressure. Manual dexterity, IT skills and excellent communication are essential as is the ability to function efficiently in a small team and multi-national groups.

Ideally the candidate will have studied to A Level/ BTEC or equivalent in Chemistry or Biology although applicants educated to GCSE level in relevant subjects and with experience in molecular biology and biochemical techniques will also be considered for this role. Previous experience in a laboratory environment is essential. Laboratory experience within a higher education environment will be advantageous as well as other experience in a service provision environment.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/47997

Informal enquiries are welcomed and can be directed to Dr Katy Pitts: kep56@cam.ac.uk

For further assistance, please contact the Biochemistry HR team via email: personnel@bioc.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PH43004 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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