The National Graphene Institute is an established UK facility supporting graphene and 2D materials research and development. The Institute is part of an overall investment, building on the strong, and rapidly-expanding, UK research in this field and aims to take this research through to commercial success. The institute, funded through EPSRC and ERDF, offers access to specialist facilities and equipment including state-of-the-art cleanrooms which enable the fabrication of novel micro- and nano-devices with potential applications in a wide range of industries. This world-class shared facility for graphene research and commercialisation activities is accessible by both researchers and businesses.
We are seeking for an enthusiastic and proactive Senior Technician to join our dynamic technical operations team, which strives to provide a sector leading technical support for the NGI and the wider University., You will provide an agile technical support service to staff and researchers, they will act as a key contact for analytical instrumentation within the institute, be able to train and assist researchers in a wide variety of chemical processes including but not limited to wet etching, chemical modification of graphene & proper handling of samples within a glovebox.
You will have oversight of the day to day running of a number of labs within the institute supporting multi-disciplinary research groups with their specialist chemical knowledge. A proactive and energetic approach is important, as is an ability to establish a good rapport with students, staff, external customers, and visitors.
An Undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification, in a chemical science and/or relevant experience of working in either a manufacturing or research facility environment. With a strong expertise in health and safety matters related to chemical handling.
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Blended working arrangements may be considered
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Polly Greensmith
Email: polly.greensmith@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
