Senior Technician (Operations)

About us:

King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. The university is dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place. The Strategic Vision 2029 looks forward to King’s College London’s 200th anniversary in 2029 and sets out ambitious plans in five key areas:

• Educating the next generation of change-makers
• Challenging ideas and driving change through research
• Giving back to society through meaningful service
• Working with our local communities in London
• Fostering global citizens with an international perspective 

The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) is a Faculty of King's College London and the largest academic community in Europe devoted to the study and prevention of mental illness and brain disease.

The School of Mental Health & Psychological Sciences (MHaPS) is one of three schools under the IoPPN, comprised of the four departments of Psychology; Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP); Health Service & Population Research; and Biostatistics & Health Informatics. With over 100 Principal Investigators, our research spans development from childhood to old age, encompassing basic research through to the development and implementation of treatments, services and policy.

About you:

A list of the essential and desirable criteria provided in your Job description.

Candidates will be advised to review the document supplied in the advert to identify where these criteria will be assessed

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1. Previous experience of working in a research laboratory and/or HEI environment
2. Knowledge of working with Risk Assessment and safe systems of work
3. Experience in the writing, assessment and development of health and safety documentation Good oral and written communication skills
4. Excellent organisational, communication, interpersonal and administrative skills
5. Excellent time management skills with ability to work to deadlines.
6. Experience in stock control and management
7. Experience in health and safety inspections and auditing
8. Good oral and written communication skills and experience in using relevant IT systems

Desirable criteria

1. Trained to IOSH/NEBOSH level.
2. Knowledge of molecular biology and molecular genetics
3. Previous line management experience
4. A relevant degree or equivalent qualification (eg biology)

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

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