UE04, £24,533 - £27,181
This post is based in the College of Science and Engineering, School of Biological Sciences, EdinOmics and sits in the Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Fixed-term position
Duration of position, 4 years
We are looking for an independent, dedicated, dynamic individual who can provide technical support for an exciting position within the EdinOmics facility at the University of Edinburghs centre for clinical brain science and will be based in biological sciences. This post is advertised as full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.
The Opportunity:
The EdinOmics facility is seeking to recruit a Research Technician to join the Team at the King’s Buildings Campus. You will be assisting the specialist team with sample preparation, perform routine maintenance, quality control and quality assurance tests on instruments for the smooth operation of the specialist equipment in EdinOmics with minimal supervision. Ability to follow instructions, attention to detail and a positive approach to high throughput workloads in a team environment are key requirements for the post. Awareness of laboratory procedures, particularly safe working in a laboratory environment is desirable but full training will be provided.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Ability to follow Standard Operating Protocols, troubleshoot and work under minimal supervision
- Ability to perform routine maintenance, QC and QA assurance tests with high reproducibility
- Good record keeping
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and in a team environment
As part of this application you will be required to submit a one page document outlining how you meet the essential criteria, as outlined on the job description.
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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary of UE04, £24,533 - £27,181
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
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On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 3 May 2024.
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