Technical Assistant

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart.

We are delivering a new 'Towards 2030' strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets: People, Place and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to join the Academic Technical Services team, supporting Faculty of Health colleagues with delivery of simulation based education and clinical skills sessions at the University of Cumbria's Lancaster campus.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining safe, organised and effective lab environments while providing support to other technical and academic colleagues.

Main responsibilities include:

- Daily support and set up of the practical elements of programme delivery, involving a range of clinical simulation equipment;
- Demonstrating good teamwork and collaboration with other members of the Faculty technical team, to ensure effective management of any clinical spaces;
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements of equipment and substances hazardous to health (COSHH).

This role would ideally suit someone with technical experience within higher education or a school or college environment, but applications are welcome from individuals of all backgrounds.

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35 hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution.

Informal Enquiries: Dan Walker | Lead Technician | daniel.walker@cumbria.ac.uk | Mobile: 07484 577651