Technical Manager

Salary Range £37,099 - £45,585 (Incremental progression)

The Opportunity

This role represents an exciting opportunity to lead the development & delivery of technical services supporting the provision of high-quality learning & teaching for a variety of stakeholders in Harper & Keele Veterinary School. Drawing on the combined expertise and resources of two leading universities together with a vibrant multi-disciplinary network the school seeks to drive positive change in the Veterinary industry and realise impact in areas of unmet need.

The post holder will work closely with the Vet School academic team, resource managers across both Harper Adams and Keele universities and external suppliers leading on the sourcing, creation, scheduling, management & delivery of practical teaching resources. Utilising their strong leadership and management skills they will lead and develop a team in order to deliver a professional technical support service for all stakeholders.  

The successful candidate will have experience of working as a senior technician, preferably within a Higher Education setting, experience of managing a team and ideally an understanding of veterinary or animal science related subject areas.

The starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

Both Harper Adams University and Keele University are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

Harper & Keele Veterinary School

Harper & Keele Veterinary School launched in 2020 with our first cohort of students. Combining the extensive resources and excellence at Harper Adams and Keele universities has created a rich and authentic environment for veterinary education and research, with both institutions recognised for their excellent student experience, strong community spirit, and high-quality teaching.

Combining a strong pedigree in animal sciences, veterinary nursing, veterinary physiotherapy, and agricultural sustainability at Harper Adams University with the established reputation that Keele University proudly boasts in life sciences and human medicine, the School's model of veterinary education has strategic partnership at its very core. 

Staff and students at the Vet School uniquely benefit from two highly successful institutions, drawing on the resources at each campus and a network of partner veterinary practices and industry partners.

Further information can be found at harperkeelevetschool.ac.uk.

The universities are two of more than 35 universities and research institutions from across the UK which have backed a pledge to support their technicians. The Technician Commitment is a sector-wide initiative led by the Science Council and supported by the Gatsby Foundation, which aims to help address key challenges facing technical staff working in research. Five target areas have been identified, and the commitment will ensure greater visibility, recognition, career development and sustainability for technicians across all disciplines at Harper Adams and Keele universities.

Both universities value equality and diversity across the workforce and is committed to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

To apply online for this vacancy and for full post details and copies of job descriptions, please click on the 'Apply' button above. 

Employees of Keele University wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Jane Richardson, Director of Operations at j.m.richardson@hkvets.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted. 

Closing Date: 28/07/2024

Interviews will be held on: 08/08/2024

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