Job Title:Apprenticeship - Laboratory and Science Technician

THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
Recruitment Role Profile Form

School/Department:School of Biosciences, Technical Services

Job Family and Level:Technical Services / Advanced Apprentice

Contract Status:Apprentice – fixed term contract for 4 years commencing Sept 2015

Hours of Work:Full-time 36.25 hrs/wk

Location:University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus

Reporting to:Technical Services Manager / Technical Tem Leader

Purpose of the New Role:

To train as a technician within the School of Biosciences to support both teaching & research activities. This post will primarily provide support within the Food Sciences subject area of the School although this may be subject to change depending on the School’s operational requirements in the future.

Main Responsibilities / % time per year
1. / To become competent in providing a technical support service to a number of research groups, learning specific skills such as basic equipment maintenance, instrument function checks, restocking of consumables, preparation of stock reagents & general laboratory housekeeping to deal with their very diverse needs, completing tasks to appropriate time and quality requirements.
Assistance with setting up laboratory classes as required. / 30%
2. / Instruction of staff & students (after training) in some of the basic laboratory techniques carried out in the division including Food Preparation, Food component analysis and micro/molecular biological analysis of food safety. / 30%
3. / Learn and understand the importance of Heath & Safety within the School and the University.
To be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the School and University Health and Safety policy.
To be able to demonstrate the ability to complete risk assessments, standard operating procedures, appropriate waste disposal, accurate record keeping and stock control. / 20%
4. / To undertake and complete a suitable college course throughout the training period with a view to completing an NVQ qualification.
To create and maintain a training log book over the duration of the apprenticeship period to record skills learned and projects worked on. / 20%
5. / Any other duties appropriate to the role of an apprentice

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential / Desirable
Qualifications/ Education / 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including GCSE English, Maths & a relevant sciences subject (Grade A-C)
Skills/Training / Written and verbal communication skill
Dependability
Reliability
Accuracy with attention to detail
Positive attitude to work
Responsiveness to training
Flexibility with the ability to work under supervision and as part of a team / IT skills
Relevant work experience
An interest in Biosciences / Food Sciences

Decision Making

i)taken independently by the role holder

Routine simple tasks once competent

ii)taken in collaboration with others

Assist colleagues with the non-routine tasks

iii)referred to the appropriate line manager (please name) by the role holder

Any non-scheduled tasks or tasks requiring further training

Additional Information

As an apprentice this role is focused on training and once competent in a particular area to then be able to move on to learn other skills.
There will be a chance for the role holder to sample work in other disciplines within the School

Please quote ref: APP2015-033515.

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