Technician (Biomedicine)

The role of Technician (Biomedicine) has become vacant in the Universitys School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SSEE). SSEE is a large multi-disciplinary School comprising around staff, including around 50 highly skilled technicians and approximately students studying on a range of taught and research programmes at BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, MPhil and PhD level. SSEE embraces subjects as diverse as Zoology, Parasitology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Biomedical Science, Architecture and Construction Management, in a range of locations on the Peel Park campus. 

The university could not deliver high quality research, teaching and knowledge transfer without the work of our skilled technical staff at all levels of the institution, and we aim to ensure the contribution technicians make is fully recognised. The University of Salford is a signatory of the national Technician Commitment, which aims to ensure the key themes of visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability are developed for technicians working in higher education and research. We aim to do this by pledging action against the themes, ensuring technician roles are viewed as professional careers, developing potential career pathways and encouraging career development opportunities.

The role of Technician (Biomedicine) is key to ensuring students within SSEE can receive the best student experience possible in the degree programmes that encompass this discipline area. The successful candidate will support the Senior Technician in preparing and supporting laboratory classes. This will include preparing reagents, consumables, ordering and maintaining equipment to name a few roles.

The School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) The School of Science, Engineering and Environment (SEE) is a centre of discovery and innovation. With a broad portfolio across computer sciences, engineering, built environment and human and natural sciences, we are one of the largest schools within the University, home to over students and over colleagues.

 Our Research and Innovation Centres work together to collaborate around the worlds greatest challenges including Net Zero, Climate Change and Resilience, Healthy Living and Industry. Our focus is on translating our pioneering research into real-world impact for people and industry and our research is recognised as world leading. With the largest group of research centres at the University, plus world-class test facilities such as Energy House 2.0, North of England Robotics Innovation Centre (NERIC), and the Acoustics Research Centre, we are at the forefront of pioneering discovery, nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.

Whats in it for you

Competitive salary and excellent pension scheme Generous annual leave an impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more Flexible working we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the

right balance

Professional development we offer a comprehensive package of training and

development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Our community theres a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in

backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a

passion for improving students lives.

The perks MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits.

and discounts.

  Closing Date 11/08/24

Interview Date 28/08/24

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