Support Technician (Research & Facilities)

University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking a proactive Support Technician to join a team in the Research Laboratories, helping plan, organise and run labs and provide hands-on support to analytical equipment and facilities.

Ideal candidates will have GCSE English and Maths (Level 2) and a good understanding of Chemistry with the willingness to analyse problems and refer complex issues to senior staff as needed. Generous leave and pension schemes are among the benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting research laboratories and associated equipment.
• Ability to analyse problems and propose solutions.
• Team-oriented with good communication in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organising and running research laboratories.
• Provide support to analytical services and facility operations as required.

Skills

Lab support experience

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Level 2)

Job description

Are you an excellent technician who is willing to work in a team of other Support Technicians to provide support to the Research Laboratories as well as the School Facilities. The post holder will contribute to the planning, organisation and running of assigned research laboratories. This role will also support Analytical Services and the Department Safety Officer as required.

We are looking for someone who has GCSE's in English and Maths, or equivalent Level 2 qualification or equivalent experience, skills and experience in supporting research laboratories and associated equipment. You will need to have a good understanding of Chemistry & interest in Analytical Chemistry as well as a willingness to analyse and solve problems with an appreciation of longer term, referring more complex problems to senior staff when necessary.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities,a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.