Technician
The role involves provision of practical and operational technical support for teaching and projects in the Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education (HSSCE), mainly in the School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy & Chemistry and potentially in any other area of the Faculty. You will support the department/Faculty in area of expertise and ensure efficient set up and provision of chemicals, materials and equipment for the smooth delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate Life Science practical classes.
The Person
You will have good interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) along with good organisational skills to plan and prioritise workload. You will be able to work independently and as a team member to maintain accurate records. You will have good analytical and problem-solving skills and can deliver at a consistent level of quality enhancement in all areas of academic practice.
The Faculty
The Faculty offers wide ranging practice-based education and training programmes across nursing, health science, midwifery, social care and teaching which are informed by high quality and impactful research.
We have a successful track record in public and service user engagement and developing knowledge transfer partnerships and other enterprise activities.
The Faculty’s professional administration and support teams work together to ensure business and support services are effective, efficient and sustainable in meeting the needs of our students, staff, stakeholders and areas of work.
Further information
This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £29,071 per annum.
Interviews are expected to take place on w/c Monday 7 July 2025.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Gurmeet Sappal, Assistant Technical Officer.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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