Technician (Fixed Term) MED1744226

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, proactive person to join our team who can deliver timely and high-quality technical support for research within the Children's Brain Tumour Research Centre. 

The post is offered on a fixed term (36.25 hours per week) until 31^st August 2027. If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application

About the role 

• You will deliver timely and high-quality technical support for multiple research projects in the School of Medicine, Children's Brain Tumour Research Centre.
• You will perform routine tasks and preparation of materials for research, including the handling, processing/preparation, and documentation of HTA relevant material.
• You will monitor Health and Safety within the laboratory environment by assessing risks of planned activities and completing up-to-date standard operating procedures and relevant risk assessments.
• You will provide guidance and support to staff and/or students in the use of equipment, laboratory skills and techniques. 
• Perform monitoring and maintenance of relevant equipment. 

About you:

You will have experience working in a technical role and will be educated to at least A-Level in relevant subjects or equivalent vocational qualifications (NVQ, City & Guild), plus some experience in a relevant technical/scientific role. Or have previous equivalent working experience in a relevant technical/scientific role. You have skills and experience in problem solving. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate a complex information with clarity.

 What you’ll get in return:

• As a university employee, you will have an excellent choice of benefits and rewards, including access to fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and University closure days.
• A competitive annual salary, with opportunity to progress through the pay scale.
• Opportunities for CPD and networking with other highly skilled technicians.
• Hands-on experience within a highly successful institute.

Visit our Technical Careers website to find out more about the great work our technicians do.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Rebecca Chapman (rebecca.chapman@nottingham.ac.uk).  Please note that applications sent directly to this email addresses will not be accepted.

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