Technician (Pharmaceutics & Optometry) - Maternity cover 0.75 FTE

Main duties and responsibilities Please note, this is a 0.75 FTE role for 27.75 hours per week and will be expected to work until 5.30pm. The working pattern can be discussed further wit hthe hiring manager. The post covers for a maternity leave and will last for a fixed term period or when the original post holder returns.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support the effective running of laboratories, clinical spaces and specialist teaching facilities for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research and practice. Assist with practical classes, liaise with academic staff, support project and experiment development, and troubleshoot technical issues.

Complete tasks assigned by the Technical Team Leader, meeting deadlines and maintaining quality, accuracy and appropriate quality control when preparing materials and chemicals. Demonstrate specialist equipment, instruments, apparatus, techniques and software to staff and students. Carry out routine equipment maintenance and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Provide clear guidance and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) where necessary. Assist with reviewing and updating risk assessments, COSHH documentation and compliance records in line with university policies. Follow safe working procedures and advise staff and students on the safe and correct use of equipment and facilities.

Monitor the safe distribution, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials, chemicals and waste. Support stock control and maintain relevant databases. Keep technical spaces and equipment clean, tidy and safe. Manage consumables, including replenishment, stock control, ordering and associated financial administration, under the Team Leader's direction.

Maintain the technical asset register and identify equipment requiring replacement. Provide Goods Inwards support when required. Maintain high technical standards and consistency across technical spaces. Undertake continuing professional development and develop skills to meet the university's changing needs. Support late-finishing classes and assessments when required.

Assist with open days and outreach events. Undertake First Aid training to support university first aid and evacuation requirements. Support the Technician Commitment and initiatives promoting technician visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability. Undertake Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) in technical areas and maintain relevant training.

Where applicable, design, manufacture and repair components for other university areas when requested. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade as reasonably required. The role may require a DBS check, with the level determined at offer stage. To view the job description and person specification, please click here Contact For more information about the role please contact: Dr Niran Patel - niran.

[email protected] Skills Problem-Solving Attention to Detail Communication Time Management Flexibility Adaptability Initiative Teamwork Education HND/HNC BSc / BA Degree