Senior Technician

This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can really make a difference.

The University of Plymouth is looking to appoint a Senior Technician to provide technical support and expertise for projects within the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (SoGEES). 

You will have significant work experience within a data analysis environment, can demonstrate an ability to support and assist staff and students in the application of data science techniques and be familiar with at least two of the following: Python; Javascript; R; MatLab and/or Google Earth engine.

Desirable criteria include the ability to take a proactive role in liaising with academic and technical staff to understand existing methods of data collection and suggest innovative data science solutions, experience in one or more of the following: large language model prompt engineering; development of digital simulations incorporating real-time sensor data and big data analysis and experience in the use of unmanned aerial vehicle for photogrammetric data capture, Internet of things monitoring systems and/or geospatial analysis.

There is an essential requirement within this role that you will be required to travel to and work at different University sites and/or other business locations that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Please refer to the job description for further information.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact:

Shaun Lewin by email at shaun.lewin@plymouth.ac.uk.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Closing date: 12 Midnight, Sunday 26^th August 2024

Interviews are likely to take place on Tuesday 3^rd September 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 37 hours a week.

We regret that there is no opportunity to work from home in this position.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.

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