Laboratory Technician

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering seek an enthusiastic and adaptable individual to join our technical support team. The post holder will work in Chemical Engineering under the supervision of the School Technical Manager providing technical support to staff and student research activities in experimental chemical engineering as well as undergraduate and post graduate laboratory classes and projects. The role involves design, maintenance and repair of equipment and apparatus in the laboratories, providing training and advice on analytical instrumentation, supporting the smooth running of undergraduate practical classes and assisting with monitoring and maintaining a safe working environment along with other technical duties as directed by the School Technical Manager. The University of Surrey signed the Technician Commitment led by the Science Council, to ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability for technical staff across all disciplines. This position will provide opportunities to ..... full job details .....