13520- Media and Wash-Up Technician

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking a full-time Technician to join its School of Biological Sciences. The successful candidate will support media preparation and waste management for research and teaching. Key attributes include good understanding of processes, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressure in a physically demanding environment. This open-ended position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for training and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide media preparation, glass washing, and waste management support for research and teaching activities.

Skills

Good understanding of process

Good communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work in a physically demanding environment

Job description

Grade UE03: £24,729 - £25,804 per annum

College of Science and Engineering , School of Biological Sciences

Full time: 35 hours per week

Open ended: Permanent Contract

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a hardworking, energetic individual who can think on their feet for an exciting fast paced position within the University of Edinburgh’s School of Biological Science.

The School of Biological Sciences is seeking to recruit a Technician to join the Media/Wash-Up Team at the King’s Buildings Campus. You will be providing media preparation, glass washing and waste management support services for research and teaching activities on a daily basis. Manual dexterity, attention to detail and a positive approach to high throughput workloads in a team environment are key requirements for the post. Awareness of laboratory procedures, particularly safe handling of waste and operation of equipment in a similar environment is desirable but full training will be provided. The post is full-time (35 hours per week), open-ended.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Good understanding of process
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment