Overview
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The University of Cambridge is one of the world's leading academic institutions, renowned for its excellence in education, research, and innovation. For nearly 800 years, we've been at the forefront of groundbreaking discoveries, shaping global knowledge across diverse fields. With 31 Colleges, over 150 faculties and departments, and a thriving ecosystem of museums, libraries, and research centres. At Cambridge, our mission is to contribute to society through world-class education, learning, and research. With a deep respect for tradition and a bold vision for the future, we continue to shape the world through knowledge, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
We are now looking for a Science Technician to join us on a permanent, part-time basis, working 16 hours per week, term-time only (42 working weeks per year).
The Role
As a Science Technician, you will support the safe and effective delivery of science teaching for PGCE students. You will ensure teaching sessions run smoothly and efficiently, preparing equipment, managing resources, and maintaining safe working environments. Specifically, you will set up and clear equipment for lectures and lab work, prepare chemical solutions, test and operate AVA/ICT equipment, and maintain accurate inventories of materials and consumables.
Responsibilities
* Organise and maintain equipment, ensuring timely repairs and safe storage
* Provide technical assistance to staff and students
* Carry out risk assessments
* Prepare and distribute advice sheets, safety guidance, and reprographics materials
About You
* Experience in academic or secondary school laboratory environments
* Demonstrate knowledge of facts, principles, processes and general concepts relating to Health and Safety (including COSHH), and safe storage and handling of chemicals and equipment
* Good IT skills
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* To be educated to a minimum of GCSE level (grade A*-C), NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a science subject or equivalent level of practical experience
Benefits
* Salary of £24,685 - £27,319 per annum (pro rata)
* Generous annual leave allowance
* Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family-friendly schemes (e.g. workplace nurseries)
* An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution
* University Staff Counselling Service
* Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores
* Schemes to support relocation
* Development opportunities
How to Apply
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. For detailed information about the role and working for the University, see the "Further Information" link at the bottom of the advert.
Informal enquiries can be addressed to Mark Winterbottom, at mw244@cam.ac.uk. If you have any questions about the application process, or have any difficulties with applying for the vacancy, please contact the Faculty of Education HR team at hr@educ.cam.ac.uk. Please quote reference JR47114 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
* Education Management
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