Technical Specialist Electron Microscopy

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Plymouth Electron Microscopy Centre (PEMC) has a vacancy for a full time, electron microscopy technician. PEMC is a core facility within the University of Plymouth, supporting teaching, research and industrial collaborations. We have a range of electron microscopes (SEM, TEM & FIB-SEM) equipped with an array of analytical techniques (EDS, WDS, EBSD, STEM & CL), as well as dedicated sample preparation equipment for both life and physical sciences, and engineering. This post sits within an interdisciplinary team of dedicated electron microscopists whom support teaching, research and development within the Faculty of Science & Engineering, as well as the wider University and our partner colleges. Our technical specialists perform essential roles supporting and enabling both students and staff in one-to-one and whole group settings, maintaining and developing a range of electron microscopes and sample preparation equipment, and working with industrial or commercial partners. Working closely with colleagues, our technical specialists share their knowledge with others, helping them to develop their ideas and fulfilling their academic potential. This post focuses on supporting our colleagues and partners in both analytical scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy (FIB-SEM), working directly with industry through our EU-funded ‘Plymouth Materials Characterisation Network. You will therefore have a first degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline, and demonstrable practical experience of electron microscopy (including FIB-SEM) in either a research or industrial environment. You will also have a clear drive to develop your microscopy skills within our facility, and a desire to work alongside colleagues to develop a research profile within your field. 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. This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis until the end of June 2023 due to funding. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Natasha Stephen by email natasha.stephen@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 44 (0)1752 586 125. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . Job Description

Region:

Location:

Plymouth

Salary:

£35,326 - £40,927 per annum - Grade 7

Package:

Full-Time, Fixed-Term

Contractual hours:

37

Basis:

FT Temporary Fulltime All Year ]]>

STEM & CL), as well as dedicated sample preparation equipment for both life and physical sciences, and engineering.

This post sits within an interdisciplinary team of dedicated electron microscopists whom support teaching, research and development within the Faculty of Science & Engineering, as well as the wider University and our partner colleges. Our technical specialists perform essential roles supporting and enabling both students and staff in one-to-one and whole group settings, maintaining and developing a range of electron microscopes and sample preparation equipment, and working with industrial or commercial partners. Working closely with colleagues, our technical specialists share their knowledge with others, helping them to develop their ideas and fulfilling their academic potential.

This post focuses on supporting our colleagues and partners in both analytical scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy (FIB-SEM), working directly with industry through our EU-funded ‘Plymouth Materials Characterisation Network. You will therefore have a first degree in a related scientific or engineering discipline, and demonstrable practical experience of electron microscopy (including FIB-SEM) in either a research or industrial environment. You will also have a clear drive to develop your microscopy skills within our facility, and a desire to work alongside colleagues to develop a research profile within your field.

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.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis until the end of June 2023 due to funding.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Natasha Stephen by email natasha.stephen@plymouth.ac.uk

or by telephone on 44 (0)1752 586 125.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .

Job Description

A8637

£35,326 - £40,927 per annum - Grade 7

35326

35326

40927

Professional/Support Services

Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Plymouth

Full-Time, Fixed-Term

37

FT Temporary Fulltime All Year

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

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Plymouth University
Website : http://www.plymouth.ac.uk