Technical Officer - Manchester, United Kingdom - Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Technical Officer - Biological Sciences

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the technical team within Manchester Metropolitan University as a technical officer providing services relating to environmental and behavioural sciences.

This post offers the opportunity to be part of our vibrant technical community, developing its education and research services to meet the needs of a university of the future.

Our diverse team of technicians ensure that the University functions efficiently and delivers the levels of student experience both our undergraduates and postgraduates deserve and expect of us.

Working in specialist laboratories, workshops, studios and digital facilities, our technical professionals play a key role supporting, guiding, and advising across our university from sciences, art, engineering, design, and technology, through to sports, nursing and teacher training.

We are a forward-looking service, committed to a strong culture of continuous improvement and we are passionate about providing the best customer service to our staff and students.

The role

You will also take responsibility for the operation and maintenance of complex equipment and assisting the technical manager in ensuring safety standards are met and adhered to.

About you

You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team and capable of delivering induction sessions to laboratory and workshop users.

You will have a flexible approach to work and an ability to work on your own initiative.

You will be expected to learn how to safely operate and demonstrate a wide variety of laboratory or workshop equipment.

You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to service excellence.

If you are enthusiastic about making a difference, being flexible and committed to providing a high level of customer service, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please upload a covering letter and your CV, detailing how you meet the essential criteria specified in the attached Job Description.

Interviews for this position to be held on: 6th October 2023

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion._