United Kingdom Job Openings
University of Warwick
Teaching Laboratory Assistant
Coventry
FULL TIME
August 21, 2024
Location
University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department
School of Life Sciences
Position Type
Full Time, Indefinite linked to funding
Salary
£22,776 to £23,144 per annum
About the Role
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Linda Cheung (Teaching Laboratory Manager) at l.H.Y.Cheung@warwick.ac.uk.
We are seeking an enthusiastic new member to join our team of skilled technicians in the Undergraduate Teaching laboratories and you will provide wider cover for the team, when necessary. You will assist in the process of setting out and preparing laboratory equipment and materials for undergraduate practical classes ensuring that the laboratories are ready for use on time and with the items needed by the students.
You will work alongside technician colleagues, academics, demonstrators, and undergraduate students to provide the laboratory items needed, as and when they are needed to ensure practical classes run smoothly.
Working as part of the team and following training, you will also assist in the cleaning up after practical classes and ensure the safe and efficient disposal of all used materials such as glassware and plastics.
You may also assist in other areas of Technical Services within the remit of your role and grade if necessary and as appropriate.
It is vital that as a team we are presenting these classes in a calm, professional manner to ensure our students receive excellent service and support to make this a great laboratory experience.
Please note this role can be quite physically demanding at times.
You will be provided with full training on appointment.
We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.
We are seeking an enthusiastic new member to join our team of skilled technicians in the Undergraduate Teaching laboratories and you will provide wider cover for the team, when necessary. You will assist in the process of setting out and preparing laboratory equipment and materials for undergraduate practical classes ensuring that the laboratories are ready for use on time and with the items needed by the students.
You will work alongside technician colleagues, academics, demonstrators, and undergraduate students to provide the laboratory items needed, as and when they are needed to ensure practical classes run smoothly.
Working as part of the team and following training, you will also assist in the cleaning up after practical classes and ensure the safe and efficient disposal of all used materials such as glassware and plastics.
You may also assist in other areas of Technical Services within the remit of your role and grade if necessary and as appropriate.
It is vital that as a team we are presenting these classes in a calm, professional manner to ensure our students receive excellent service and support to make this a great laboratory experience.
Please note this role can be quite physically demanding at times.
You will be provided with full training on appointment.
We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.
About You
You will have previous experience of working independently and flexibly as well as being able to work to tight deadlines. You will have an ability to follow verbal and written instructions and be able to work without direct supervision. Being a team player is essential, as is having a confident manner and an ability to demonstrate and apply clear verbal communication skills. You will need some knowledge of various types of laboratory equipment and experiments. You will have a practical focus and also have some understanding of good laboratory practice. A general knowledge of health and safety and associated good practices in a laboratory environment, including an awareness and appreciation of COSHH regulations and SOPS. Knowledge of the wide range of consumable equipment used in lab classes would be desirable.
About the Department
The department offers four Undergraduate degree courses, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry and Neuroscience.
The School of Life Sciences is ranked 9th in the UK (guardian 2024) for Undergraduate students.
We pride ourselves on excellent teaching, delivered by inspiring teachers and world leading academic researchers. We are proud that all our courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, the leading professional body for Biological Sciences in the United Kingdom.
We are very aware that as a team we must (and do!) give great support to our Undergraduates to ensure we contribute to maintaining their positive experiences here and to ensure their best outcomes and results.
“The best part of my course is definitely the labs. Helpful and friendly staff and really interesting topics keep me going.” Student of Biomedical Sciences
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/lifesci
We believe that collegiality, openness, inclusivity and diversity are essential for an excellent environment; this ethic has enabled us to gain an Athena SWAN Silver award. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited by this role, we encourage you to apply, even if your past experience does not match exactly. We also encourage applications from all groups with protected characteristics.
The School of Life Sciences is ranked 9th in the UK (guardian 2024) for Undergraduate students.
We pride ourselves on excellent teaching, delivered by inspiring teachers and world leading academic researchers. We are proud that all our courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, the leading professional body for Biological Sciences in the United Kingdom.
We are very aware that as a team we must (and do!) give great support to our Undergraduates to ensure we contribute to maintaining their positive experiences here and to ensure their best outcomes and results.
“The best part of my course is definitely the labs. Helpful and friendly staff and really interesting topics keep me going.” Student of Biomedical Sciences
http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/lifesci
We believe that collegiality, openness, inclusivity and diversity are essential for an excellent environment; this ethic has enabled us to gain an Athena SWAN Silver award. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited by this role, we encourage you to apply, even if your past experience does not match exactly. We also encourage applications from all groups with protected characteristics.
About the University
Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
- QS World University Rankings 2024
How to Apply
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 11 September 2024 at 11.55pm
To apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).
Please attach a CV and cover letter.
To apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).
Please attach a CV and cover letter.
- Your CV should include your most recent employment experience, any other relevant experience, and education history.
- Your cover letter must detail how you meet each of the essential criteria found in the
New Job Alerts
Atherley's Bakery Farnsfield
Bakery Packer
Farnsfield
FULL TIME & PART TIME
November 18, 2024
View Job DescriptionEl Rachum Care
Cleaner/Carer
Burton upon Trent
PART TIME & CONTRACT
November 18, 2024
View Job Description
LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor
Customer Support Advisor
London
FULL TIME
November 18, 2024
View Job Description
Looking for similar job?
Nurture Education
Teaching Assistant London
London
FULL TIME & CONTRACT
August 28, 2024
View Job Description
Carmarthenshire County Council
Teaching Assistant Level 1 - Brynteg School
FULL TIME
August 28, 2024
View Job DescriptionBeyondAutism
Teaching and Learning Practitioner/Teaching Assistant
London
FULL TIME
August 30, 2024
View Job DescriptionBeyondAutism
Teaching and Learning Practitioner
Roehampton
FULL TIME & PART TIME
August 30, 2024
View Job DescriptionSwimcentral Ltd
(Swimming) Teaching Assistant - Casual Hours
Bath
PART TIME
September 2, 2024
View Job DescriptionNew Job Alerts
Atherley's Bakery Farnsfield
Bakery Packer
Farnsfield
FULL TIME & PART TIME
November 18, 2024
View Job DescriptionEl Rachum Care
Cleaner/Carer
Burton upon Trent
PART TIME & CONTRACT
November 18, 2024
View Job Description
LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor
Customer Support Advisor
London
FULL TIME
November 18, 2024
View Job Description