University of Leeds
Senior Teaching Technician with Expertise in Tissue Culture, Molecular Biology and Microbiology
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Job Opportunity: Senior Teaching Technician
Are you enthusiastic, well-organised and versatile, with a strong student service orientation? Do you want to use your skills and experience to support our busy laboratories and help deliver an excellent learning experience for our students?
We are looking for a professional and proactive Senior Teaching Technician to support our teaching laboratories in the Faculty of Biological Sciences. You will be responsible for the day-to-day planning, organisation and operation of laboratories, including preparing materials, maintaining equipment and enhancing the student experience through giving demonstrations, providing specialist support and advice. The Faculty has a suite of nine teaching laboratories covering Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biology, Biomedical and Sports Sciences.
You will have a degree/HNC or equivalent in Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology or a closely related subject, with the ability to demonstrate and teach laboratory techniques to students. You will also have an in-depth understanding of biological and chemical hazards, safe handling and disposal of scientific materials, with the ability to work safely and maintain a high standard of hygiene. In addition, you will also have good organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
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About the University
The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family-friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences was awarded a Silver award in 2020. We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information.
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What We Offer In Return
- 26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
Contact Information
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Chris Jones, Teaching Laboratories Manager
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 5631
Email: c.e.jones@leeds.ac.uk
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