Senior Research Technician – Metrology

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

The Institute of Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering (AME) at Coventry University, is the UK’s ‘First Faculty on the Factory Floor’, where you will have the opportunity to deliver innovation through teaching and training, research and business growth, supporting global challenges in sustainable and world-leading manufacturing.

As a Technician in Metrology you will work with latest in dimensional measurement equipment, supporting both undergraduate, postgraduate and industry focused teaching and project work. Further, will advance research by providing cutting edge measurements to partner research groups, such as structural integrity, digital manufacturing and laser processing.

Our Successful Candidate

Hold a degree or be qualified GNVQ Level 4 or equivalent discipline OR have significant and extensive relevant experience.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience of providing technical support for laboratory-based teaching and calibrating, maintaining and updating equipment.  You will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the laser laboratories and workshops, ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of their area of responsibility, undertaking routine duties as and when required.

The Benefits

As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To work scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

Application Closing Date: 10^th December 2024

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