Senior Technician

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Senior Laboratory Technician Neuroscience

The newly-established Medicines Discovery Institute represents a major investment in translational science by Cardiff University. The goal of the Institute is to translate world-leading research on scientific understanding of disease mechanisms into innovative therapeutic approaches.  Our vision is to play a leading role in discovering new medicines in areas of high unmet need, with a particular emphasis on, but not exclusive to, neuroscience and mental health.  We are creating a vibrant community of researchers across both academic and biotech sectors engaged in major research programmes which build off the unique strengths of Cardiff University and work collaboratively with other universities and companies across Wales and internationally.
This Senior Technician post will be expected to provide a comprehensive provision of technical support to the Medicines Discovery Institute for Neuroscience.
The post will be based at Cardiff University and will be part of a multi-disciplinary drug discovery team.  For informal inquiries, please contact [email protected]
In Higher Education, female and BME (black and minority ethnic) staff are underrepresented in senior academic roles. Applications are therefore particularly welcome from applicants who identify as female and/ or BME. We also welcome applications from members of the LGBT+ Community.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), fixed-term until 31st July 2023.
Salary: £22,847 - £27,116 per annum (Grade 4)
Date advert posted: Wednesday, 22 September 2021

Closing date: Wednesday, 6 October 2021

This post has previously been advertised to employees of Cardiff University only.  We now invite external applications.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Job Description

Key Duties
• Assist with the planning and performing of experiments in accordance with the aims and objectives of projects/programmes; after an initial training period the post holder will be expected to work independently, processing, critically analysing and recording data although supervision will be available as required.
• Set up experimental systems and research apparatus, assisting students and staff in the use and construction of equipment and apparatus and with tests and experiments
• Record and perform detailed analysis on data
• Prepare written summaries of the research activities undertaken; communicate and make presentations within the research group, at meetings and other recognised avenues as appropriate.
• Undertake reviews of technical processes and procedures, in collaboration with line management, and advise on options for improvement.
• Participate in the development, modification and construction of special equipment and apparatus
• Develop laboratory protocols, standard operating procedures and maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment, and adhere to laboratory operational health and safety processes and procedures.
• Following established guidelines train technical staff and students in technical procedures and in the use of equipment
• Take responsibility for stock levels, security, maintenance and cleanliness of materials, apparatus and equipment within work area
• Support the department in the implementation of new procedures and systems

General Duties
• Ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties
• Abide by University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity
• Perform other duties occasionally which are not included above, but which will be consistent with the role