Assistant Technician (Bioscience and Chemical Science)

Opportunity Overview 

We are seeking a motivated and capable assistant technician in the area of bioscience and chemical sciences. This is an entry level technician role, with an expectation to complete a fully funded level 6 apprenticeship in either Science (biological scientist) or Scientist (chemical scientist). This qualification will take four years of study to complete. We expect only candidates with qualification below this level to apply.

We are particularly interested to hear from candidates with a thirst to learn. While having the ability to build relationships, communicate clearly and effectively and be a devoted team player. 

Working as part of a collaborative technical team, the post-holder will provide hands-on, routine support within teaching laboratories and, where required, field-based activities and research laboratories. The role is primarily focused on supporting laboratory environments, helping to maintain spaces in an organised, safe and ready-to-use condition. This will include preparing, labelling and organising materials for teaching, and supporting the setup and clear-down of sessions. The role will also involve carrying out basic equipment checks (following training), alongside supporting core laboratory operations such as waste processing (including autoclaving), glass washing, routine laboratory checks and general housekeeping, working in line with established health, safety and operational standards.

The role may also include supporting teaching sessions that involve live animals, animal-derived materials, and preserved or deceased animal specimens (for example fish and small mammals). This may include assisting with the setup and preparation of these materials, as well as clearing and cleaning laboratories following sessions. The post-holder must be comfortable handling these materials in a respectful and professional manner, in line with established ethical, health and safety and teaching practices.

We are keen to invest in you. We advocate staff development which can see support to gain professional accreditation mentorship and funded courses. Through an active and robust Technicians Commitment [https://www.technicians.org.uk/technician-commitment] we strive to develop the visibility, recognition, sustainability, and career development of each one of our technicians. Providing growth opportunities to become the person you want to be.

In addition to the above, we aim to create an inspirational, inclusive working environment, celebrating the diversity of our university community. At Salford you’ll be encouraged to innovate, be courageous and unstoppable, to ensure we're all working to a shared goal of delivering a great experience for our students and wider community.

This post is a fixed term position until completion of the apprenticeship.

 

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences.  Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

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Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.