Technical Officer - Engineering, Structures Lab

Length of Contract: 18 month Fixed Term Contract

Join us as a Technical Officer in Engineering to lead our structures lab and be part of Team Salford, and one of the UK’s fastest growing universities.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Technical Officer in Engineering to oversee our structures lab, supporting the continued growth of commercial testing in our heavy structures laboratory where we work in collaboration with industry partners on the testing, development, and solving of real-world industrial problems through the use of full-scale testing. In this role you will be an invaluable part of our Engineering team here at the University of Salford.

The University of Salford's heavy structures testing facility continues to grow from strength to strength, testing innovative structures in the purpose-built laboratories in our new, state-of-the-art Science, Engineering and Environment Building. We partner with a wide variety of companies ranging from blue chip corporations through to fresh new start-ups.

In this role you will lead our structures lab operations. You’ll be joining a well-established and successful team, and together with the senior leadership team of the School of Science, Engineering and Environment you will use your technical expertise and industry acumen to shape future strategy for this commercial department. 

Who we are!

The University of Salford (UoS) is ambitious and at the heart of a fast-developing community. Our expertise helps transform diverse individuals and communities through teaching, research, innovation, and engagement. Salford is at the forefront of this transformation, leading the way in areas such as health, energy, media, and the built environment. Our 20,000 students contribute enormously to the local economy.

Closing Date for this role is 24th November 2024

Interviews will take place in the week commencing 9 December 2024

Salary is between £37,999 - £45,163, per annum

What’s in it for you?  

Competitive salary / and excellent pension scheme.

Generous annual leave / an impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!

Flexible, agile and hybrid working / we support a culture of both flexible and agile working subject to business requirements

Professional development / a comprehensive package of personal development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Wellbeing support / dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships.

Greater Manchester / live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleagues, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyle choices.

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