Technical Specialist - Uxbridge, United Kingdom - Brunel University

Brunel University

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Uxbridge, United Kingdom

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Description

Location:
Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary (Grade 7): £39,607 to £46,771 with the potential to progress to £50,858 per annum inclusive of London Weighting.

Hours:
Full-time (35 hours)

Contract Type:
Permanent

Responsibilities:

As a Technical Specialist, you will play a pivotal role within the College's Division of Biosciences, managing, operating and maintaining our advanced microscopy equipment, including unique and bespoke systems.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Proficiently managing and using our highend microscopes and associated software. Currently this area includes, a Deltavision highresolution microscope; automated live cell microscope (Cytation 5); Nikon spinning disk confocal microscope; Nikon Eclipse TE2000s confocal microscope; as well as a variety of other specialised florescent instruments.
Delivering training to staff and students, ensuring safe operation and maintenance of our instruments.
Developing experimental protocols and supporting teaching and research projects.
Providing essential support / resilience to our Technical Specialist (Biosciences) overseeing our range of flow cytometry instrumentation.
Cosupport a range of advanced equipment, including Realtime PCR machines, Ultrahighspeed centrifuges, Next Generation Sequencers, and more.
Active involvement in health and safety management of our Biosciences facilities.

Requirements:

Proficiency in using and maintaining our highend microscopy instruments and equipment.
Indepth knowledge and experience in relevant health and safety legislation and risk assessment protocols.
Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to colleagues and students.
Commitment to continuous professional development and obtaining / maintaining Science Council registration (at least RSci level) and Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (or higher).

Why Join the College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences:

This role offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth, including involvement in external income-generating activities, marketing, quality assurance, and research support.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support.

The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

How to Apply:

All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.
**Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.