Technician (Microbiology / Biotechnology)

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College of Science Technical - JBL Schools
Location:  

Lincoln

Salary:  

From £24,948 pro rata

This post is permanent and part time at 18.5 hours per week

Closing Date:  

Monday 09 January 2023

Interview Date:  

Tuesday 31 January 2023

Reference:  

COS947

The Schools of Life and Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, and Pharmacy operate across the Joseph Bank Laboratories (JBL) and Minster House which house research and training facilities for the Schools and are complemented by teaching laboratories in the purpose-built Janet Lane-Claypon (JLC) Building.   The JBL Schools Technical Team provide laboratory teaching and research support across these buildings for the students and staff within the University.  

Currently we have a vacancy for an experienced technician to support our post graduate taught courses in Microbiology, Biotechnology and Microbial Biotechnology.  We are seeking an individual with specialist skills in microbiology and molecular biology to augment the multi-functional team that maintains facilities and provides high quality support for our taught courses and research.  You will demonstrate a dedication to working within multidisciplinary teams and an enthusiasm for success.  Where applicable training in specific techniques and processes will form part of your personal development plan.  

As an applicant for this post, you will: 

• be dynamic and adaptable with a 'can do' approach 
• have a scientific background with relevant experience of working in a laboratory setting 
• demonstrate practical experience of a variety of microbiological and molecular techniques 
• have a professional and customer focussed manner 
• have an enthusiastic and flexible approach to work, working flexibly across School buildings as appropriate 
• have the potential to further develop your skills across the broad spectrum of attributes required for a technical role  

The University of Lincoln is a visionary, ambitious institution and you will be working in the heart of a thriving, historic, safe and friendly city. The Schools provide a stimulating environment for academic teaching and research, and are based in high quality facilities. 

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact  Dr. Ciara Casey, Technical Manager by email at [email protected]

Further details:

We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBT+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other.

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