University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Life Science and Healthcare Technician Your Responsibility Your key responsibilities include: Provide specialist technical support to academics, researchers, and fellows dealing with Bioscience and Microbiology research, with particular regard to bio-safety level-1 and level-2 (BSL 1 and BSL-2) microorganisms and cell lines, Plan and oversee the day-to-day running of biology and bioscience laboratories, Allocating resources and providing technical support/supervision/training in the use of equipment and techniques in the area of Microbiology and Bioscience research to relevant staff/students to ensure objectives are met, Upkeep of designated research laboratories as well as the use and maintenance of equipment/facilities, Monitor and maintain Health and Safety in the performance of all duties by assessing the risks of the planned activity and performing the tasks having considered, and acted to secure the safety of yourself and others. About You You should have a Bachelor’s/master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Bioscience, Microbiology, or Chemical Engineering, with at least 2 years post graduate work experience in a relevant technical or scientific role, You should have previous relevant laboratory experience, with the ability to undertake a range of technical support activities,such as operate, maintain, and solve problems related to laboratory equipment and facilities, You should have knowledge of the Bioscience and Microbiology laboratory practice, protocols, and national regulations (e.g.BSL-2 laboratory requirement, bio-safety protocols, national and international transfer of biological material, bench-scale Microbiology and Bioscience.) You should have experience in project management, ability to plan and manage the projects on schedule and within limited resources. You should have strong self initiative, can-do attitude, proven analytical and problem-solving skills. You should have excellent teamwork, coordination and interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with senior colleagues, academic members and other stakeholders. About Us Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Located in Ningbo, this award-winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to 9,000 students in just 19 years. It complements the other University of Nottingham campuses in the UK and Malaysia. China Beacons Institute (CBI) was established in 2020 as a key strategic initiative of the university in collaboration with Ningbo Municipal Government. Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support You will be offered a fixed term contract initially of up to 3 years with a probation of 6 months with University of Nottingham Ningbo China with effect from September 2024 or as soon as thereafter. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. How to Apply Every applicant should submit an application via our on-line application system. Only on-line applications made at our formal job website will be accepted. For this position, the reference number on our website is 183805. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China. Enquiries Informal enquiries regarding these vacancies may be addressed to Carey Tao, Senior technical officer at email. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office. Equality and Diversity University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.
