Chemical and Process Engineering Teaching Laboratory Technician

Chemical & Process Engineering

Location: Guildford
Salary: £28,762 to £33,314 per annum
Permanent
Post Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 13 March 2023
Reference: 010923

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and rigorous professional, who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Chemical and Process Engineering Teaching Laboratory. The post holder will participate in the experimental research activities of staff and students and will communicate effectively with different lab users. They will be responsible for the preparation, and contribute to the running, of laboratory classes.

The post holder will be required to support experimental projects at all academic levels, as circumstances dictate and as requested by their line manager. They will be responsible for maintaining the experimental equipment in excellent working conditions and for the professional upkeep of the laboratory spaces. They will work closely with other technical staff to ensure the safe and efficient running of laboratories, and to showcase the experimental activities of Chemical and Process Engineering in relation to student applicants and external sponsors/clients.

The post holder will maintain the Chemical and Process Engineering Teaching Laboratory and set up and run laboratory tests. They will have good communication and IT skills. A qualification in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, or a similar discipline, is desirable. Some relevant work experience in the above fields would be an advantage.

The University of Surrey signed the Technician Commitment led by the Science Council, to ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability for technicians across all disciplines. This position will provide opportunities to work alongside an experienced technical team, attend research seminars and build professional contacts across the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Informal enquiries may be made to Ben Gibbons ([email protected] ) For further information on the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Surrey visit http://www.surrey.ac.uk/

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In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate, flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.