NMR Experimental Officer

Vacancy terms: Full time or job share, fixed term contract for 24 months

Hours per week: 37.5

Advert closes midnight on: 31 Jul 2024

About the role

We are looking for a NMR Experimental Officer to join the School of Chemistry. In this role you will take responsibility for the provision of the NMR service in the School with respect to research and teaching activities. You will ensure the service complies, conforms and contributes to the stated aims of the department and the university strategic plan.

Within the research laboratories of the School of Chemistry, you will also provide technical advice and performing technical duties relating to the organisation of laboratory space and access to shared facilities. This will include planning and coordinating repairs and servicing of equipment, storage and disposal of chemicals and consumables, and ensuring compliance, through regular monitoring and safety checks. You will ensure all activity meets Health and Safety standards throughout the area.

About you

You will hold a degree in a relevant scientific subject or have demonstrable evidence of extensive experience in a relevant field. You will be able to demonstrate your expertise in relevant NMR software and have a full understanding of a complex technical or scientific field, specifically in relation to NMR. 

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Becky Quinn, at raa5@leicester.ac.uk

Applications for job share will be considered.

Interviews are anticipated to take place during the week commencing 12 August 2024.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. 

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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