Matter Fabrication Facilities Technician

Are you a laboratory technician interested in organic electronics, plastic electronics, and micro fabrication, seeking to develop your career in a world-leading institution? Do you enjoy laboratory and fabrication problem solving while working with researchers to help them achieve their research goals?

The Department of Physics is currently looking to recruit a Fabrication Facilities Technician. The postholder will play a key role in the operation of the shared fabrication facilities in the Department of Physics, providing support to the running and upkeep of the departmental facilities.

Our facilities support students, researchers, and staff with a fleet of equipment covering inert atmosphere material processing, microfabrication and semiconductor processing and sample characterisation. Covering over seven shared laboratories, the position will assist a diverse range of research subjects and projects.

What you would be doing

As the Matter Fabrication Facilities Technician, you will be responsible for on-the-ground support for our shared facilities. This will involve you overseeing the facilities operations and management, performing routine checks, fault diagnosis and minor repairs. You will have a leading role in the management and maintenance of our glovebox facility, coordinating services and maintaining accurate logs of system performance.

You will also assist researcher access to the facilities by providing inductions and training for new users and hands on technical support for researchers. Furthermore, you will assist with risk assessments and COSHH assessments related to glovebox use and hazardous materials.

What we are looking for

An experienced laboratory user who has strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with an ability to communicate effectively and enthusiastically about laboratory use with a range of stakeholders.

You will have:

• A bachelor's degree in physics or engineering, or equivalent vocational qualifications.
• Excellent practical skills in the laboratory.
• Experience working with inert atmosphere systems.
• A background in micro/nanofabrication, materials processing, or cleanroom environments.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to work with in a diverse research environment spanning multiple laboratories and projects.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This is an open ended, full-time post (35 hours per week).

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: David Mack, Matter Fabrication Facilities Manager -

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