Senior Technician - Research (Part-Time, Fixed-Term)

The University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Senior Technician-Research to support laboratory research in the Translational Medical Sciences unit. You will provide technical supervision, manage resources, and aid in research activities. This part-time position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. The role offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration within a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting laboratory research and technical supervision.
• Ability to work independently and manage changing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills to meet clear objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide research support to the Translational and Radiation Biology Research group.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of laboratory research areas and allocate resources.
• Organize and delegate tasks to junior colleagues.

Job description

Job Overview

Applications are invitations are invited for the position of Senior Technician-Research within the Translational Medical Sciences unit in the School of Medicine.

Key Responsibilities

You will provide research support to the Translational and Radiation Biology Research (TRBR) group, led by Dr Sarah Storr and Prof Stewart Martin, planning and overseeing the day-to-day running of laboratory research areas, allocating resources and providing technical supervision and training in the use of equipment and techniques to relevant staff and students to ensure objectives are met. You will use knowledge, experience and skills to provide excellent teaching and research, and be responsible for the upkeep of laboratory facilities as well as the use and maintenance of equipment.

You will work independently to support the TRBR group but also lend occasional support, where appropriate, to the larger Biodiscovery Institute technical team, working flexibly to deliver an efficient and effective technical service. You will work with independence and initiative to complete processes, organising your and others' work to meet clear objectives. You will typically have responsibility for an area of work and will deal with tasks, issues and requests, delegating to junior colleagues and referring more complex situations to your manager. Independence and initiative will be required to react to changing priorities and work circumstances, with scope to make decisions within clear parameters.

Professional Development

The TRBR group and School of Medicine recognises the importance of continuous professional development and therefore provides opportunities, structured support and encouragement to engage in professional development each year.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please click 'apply now', upload a copy of your CV and submit your application.

Position Details & Contact

This is a part-time (0.5FTE), fixed term post available until 31/08/2027. Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Sarah Storr ([e-mail]). Please note applications sent to this email will not be considered.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion website.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and have achieved the Athena Swan Gold Award.

Equality and Visas

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.