Senior Research Technician - College of Life and Environmental Sciences - 104111 - Grade 5

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

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Senior Research Technician - College of Life and Environmental Sciences - 104111 - Grade 5, United Kingdom

Client: University of Birmingham

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Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 6540fb4fb586

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

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Summary

You will provide technical expertise, support, and guidance in research support. You may supervise technical staff and act as a role model and coach others. You need an in-depth understanding of research questions, techniques, and protocols to advise, diagnose, and resolve issues. Flexibility to work outside normal hours may be required.

Main Duties

• Collect EEG data from patients
• Perform manual and automated EEG preprocessing scripts
• Assist in managing experimental laboratories
• Advise on techniques and procedures, communicate with colleagues and students
• Diagnose and resolve technical and experimental problems
• Carry out specialist procedures, assess techniques, and suggest improvements
• Maintain accurate records of techniques, procedures, and results
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations

Health and Safety duties

• Support health and safety in the laboratory, including equipment safety and waste disposal
• Train staff on equipment safety
• Maintain safety records and reports
• Potentially undergo training as a First Aider or Fire Warden

General Administration and Organisation

• Keep records accurate and up-to-date
• Maintain stocks and generate purchase requisitions
• Ensure facilities are safe and well-maintained
• Participate in energy-saving and carbon reduction initiatives

Other Duties

• Train and mentor junior staff
• Support diversity and equality
• Perform other reasonable duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Relevant experience or qualification in a scientific or technical field
• GCSEs in mathematics and English or equivalent
• Practical knowledge of technical and scientific methods
• Experience with laboratory equipment and procedures
• Positive attitude, courtesy, and teamwork skills
• Organisational and flexible working skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and health & safety policies
• Proficiency in common software packages
• Understanding of equality and diversity principles

Dimensions

Provide expertise, advice, and support; supervise staff; possibly manage budgets.

Planning and Organising

Work independently on routine and project tasks, plan resources, and procure supplies.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Research and adapt protocols, identify and resolve issues, work autonomously under supervision.

Internal and External Relationships

Support research staff and students, liaise with external contacts.

OH/DBS required

Pre-employment Occupational Health and DBS clearance required for appointment.