Forensic Science Technician

Turning Passion into Purpose.

London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for the post of Forensic Science Technician.

This position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to work with a team of academic colleagues and fellow technicians to help shape the next batch of graduate forensic scientists.

This will involve designing and setting up practical activities for modules including biological evidence, crime scene management and processing and crime scene investigation. You will also advise on relevant techniques for investigative purposes.

About You:
We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following skills/experience:

• Extensive experience of working in a Forensic Science environment relevant to this role particularly the use of specialised equipment in examining various evidence types.
• You will be knowledgeable in new techniques utilised in Forensic investigations.
• As an excellent communicator you will be able to explain technical issues to those less experienced in using complex equipment.

The ideal candidate will be degree educated, be highly motivated and bring professional practice to the role. Experience with recreating crime scenes using virtual reality is highly desirable.

A full list of key responsibilities and the required skills and experience for this role can be found in the Candidate Pack, which can be found via the full job advert on our careers page. Click 'Apply' to be redirected.

Benefits of Working With Us:
As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here.

How to Apply:
The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack.

For an informal conversation ahead of applying, please contact the hiring manager for this position:

• Geraldine Senior
• seniorgr@lsbu.ac.uk
• Technical Services Manager

Key Dates:

• The closing date for applications is 23:59 Sunday, 1^st December 2024
• Interview/assessment - week commencing 13^th January 2025

Exact dates for interviews will be confirmed closer to the time. Please kindly note that interviews may be slightly later than the date advertised.

We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.
Depending on the individual circumstances of the candidate this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. More details on this can be found within the candidate pack.

If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team staffrecruitment@lsbu.ac.uk.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

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