SAgE Cleanroom Technical Lead

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We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) at Newcastle University is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to the role of Technical Lead for the new Great North-East Cleanroom Facility.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop and shape a facility and team to serve not only research and teaching at Newcastle University but to build links with stakeholders around the region to ensure that we have a centre of regional excellence here in Newcastle.

The role will include the day-to-day management and operation of the facility, and you will work closely with SAgE academic and technical teams to develop and execute a strategy for growth of the cleanroom into a regional facility.

An enthusiastic approach to trouble shooting, equipment maintenance and project management is essential. You will also have opportunity to present to business and other universities in the North- East so good interpersonal skills are preferred.

You will need to demonstrate:

• A strong customer focus and the ability to work flexibly, efficiently, and cooperatively with stakeholders
• Extensive experience with semiconductor manufacturing and micromachining tools in cleanroom or equivalent environments
• Evidence of technical problem solving, and a solution focused approach
• An excellent understanding of health and safety systems
• A proactive mindset with evidence of continuous improvement                

As part of the interview process you will be required to give a 10-minute presentation on the topic ‘What is your vision for the Great North-East Cleanroom and how would you develop this’

For informal enquiries, please contact Andrea Dawson, Physics Technical Lead, by email: andrea.dawson@newcastle.ac.uk

The position is full-time and offered on an open-ended basis.

At Newcastle University we are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment. For further details about Newcastle University please visit our information page at http://www.ncl.ac.uk/about.

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