Trainee Research Technical Professional (Chemical Characterisation) (AP12718) - Bath, BA2 7AYBackgroundThe X-disciplinary Challenges from Industry for Technical Expert Development (X-CITED) research programme is an EPSRC-funded programme that will develop the skills of Research Technical Professionals (RTPs) - specialists who apply their technical knowledge and expertise to advancing research.Led by the University of Bath in partnership with the universities of Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter, X-CITED is for RTPs by RTPs. The four universities make up the Great Western 4 (GW4). Launching in April 2024, the three-year X-CITED programme will serve as a regional model for innovative approaches to professional skills development within the sector.The project is aiming to develop peer networks and Communities of Practice, review RTP training opportunities and develop a unique training platform tailored to the needs of RTPs, create innovative mechanisms to connect industry with RTPs to progress industry challenge projects that deliver real-world impact; and much more.This position is one of four exciting opportunities available across the Southwest region, each focused on a distinct area of research and innovation:Chemical CharacterisationDigital (Research Software Engineering)Materials & Structural CharacterisationMicroscopy & NanomaterialsThe four role holders will form a collaborative cohort. To learn more about the other roles, please visit our website here.About the roleThis is a trainee technical role with responsibility for supporting the delivery of specialist research and technical services within Chemical Characterisation.The role will develop your expertise through hands-on training, contributing to research projects, and providing technical support. The role holder will train users in NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and/or chromatography techniques, maintain analytical equipment, analyse samples and interpret data for users. Under the guidance of senior technical staff, you will take an active role in troubleshooting technical challenges and managing resources efficiently to improve the facilities.The role holder will be primarily based in the Chemical Characterisation Facility at the University of Bath and will be expected to visit the other GW4 institutions. As part of the X-CITED cohort of trainee RTPs, you will engage in shared training, knowledge exchange, and cross-institutional collaboration, fostering a strong professional network while developing your technical expertise.This is a fixed-term, full-time position to end on 31st March 2027. This role offers flexible working options, with the potential for job sharing. It could also be a secondment opportunity for current GW4 technicians. About youWe are looking for:Someone who holds a degree in a chemistry-related subject, or has equivalent experience. A proactive individual with a genuine interest in chemical characterisation techniques, such as NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and/or chromatography.A polite and courteous individual who can communicate effectively with a broad range of audiencesA highly organised person who has the ability to prioritise ongoing tasks with varying deadlinesAn innovative person who is keen to learn new skills and techniques, and develop professionally Someone with a demonstrable ability to examine and assess scientific information to solve problems Someone who applies their scientific and technical knowledge to all aspects of their workSomeone who is happy to work independently and as part of a teamIf you meet the majority of the job criteria outlined in the person specification, we’d love to hear from you - don’t hesitate to apply.About usThe Chemical Characterisation Facility is a team of highly skilled RTPs and technicians who maintain the NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and chromatography equipment at the University of Bath. We provide training, technical advice and support to our academic and research staff, our postgraduate and undergraduate students, as well as external users of our facilities. For an informal discussion relating to this role, please contact Dr Catherine Lyall (C.L.Lyall@bath.ac.uk) or Nicola Lloyd (nj379@bath.ac.uk)What we can offer youWe consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.Free counselling services through Health AssuredCycle to work schemeElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeStaff discount at Team Bath gymStaff discounts on postgraduate tuition feesStaff discount on language coursesGenerous employer contributory pension schemesGenerous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balanceA wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and moreFree entry to the Holburne Museum in BathLocal discounts and moreA family-friendly workplace An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforceRelocation allowanceVisa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expensesWe are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits.Find out from our staff what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us @UniofBath and @UniofBathJobs on X for more information. Closing Date: 08 Jun 2025 Department: Technical & Experimental Salary: £37,174