RF Lab Technician — Research & Safety Lead

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Birmingham invites applications for a full-time technician in the School of Engineering in Birmingham, UK. The role focuses on electronic development in the RF area and the design, development, manufacture and use of complex equipment to enable research activities.

The post holder will maintain the research space and lead health and safety responsibilities. They will assist the Technical Manager for Operations and support undergraduate students on final year projects,

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering subject or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation applicable to research labs.
• Experience with electronic development and RF-related projects.
• Ability to manage lab spaces and equipment to high safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support electronic and electrical development within the lab.
• Maintain the lab to required specifications and promote best practices.
• Act as health and safety lead for the research area.
• Assist Technical Manager and undergraduates on projects.
• Lead calibration, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs of equipment.

Skills

RF electronics

Lab maintenance

Health and safety

Research support

Lab supervision

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

The University of Birmingham invites applications for a full-time technician in the School of Engineering in Birmingham, UK. The role focuses on electronic development in the RF area and the design, development, manufacture and use of complex equipment to enable research activities.

The post holder will maintain the research space and lead health and safety responsibilities. They will assist the Technical Manager for Operations and support undergraduate students on final year projects,