Laboratory Technical Support

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Laboratory Technical Support

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STFC

Job description

British Geological SurveyLABORATORY TECHNICAL SUPPORTGrade: UKRI Pay Band C/S2Salary: £29,808 per annumA including an outstanding pension scheme (with an extremely generous employer contribution – on average 27% of your pay), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to flexi-timeContract Type: PermanentHours: Full-time – 37 hours a weekLocation: BGS headquarters in Keyworth in NottinghamClosing date: 2 September 2024About the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate to join the BGS Isotope Laboratories in Keyworth, Nottingham to provide technical expertise and science support as part of a larger workflow for the isotopic characterisation of rocks and other environmental materials.We are looking for someone ideally with previous experience of working in a laboratory environment and your work will include:

• Working constructively and efficiently as part of a lively team in a Research Council National Facility, communicating effectively to ensure the best team outcomes.
• Training visitors and staff, with capabilities from novice to experienced.
• Performing chemical laboratory general duties and chemical dissolution and purification of samples in the clean chemical preparation facility.
• Loading and operating a mass spectrometer, assisting with maintenance and troubleshooting where required.
• Helping to define and document Quality Control procedures and quantified output.
• Adhering to and encouraging compliance with Health & Safety procedures e.g. completion and updating of training and H&S records, and laboratory protocols.
• Using appropriate judgement/discretion, interpretation and collaboration to examine a range of problems related to the lab (e.g. source of high blanks, poor column recoveries, inaccurate data) to ensure accurate and repeatable solutions in accordance with written procedures.
• To adhere to corporate BGS values and core expectations.

About youAll relevant training will be provided but previous experience in a clean chemical laboratory environment would be highly desirable. The role may appeal to a recent graduate after their first job posting, now looking to further develop their skills.You will gain experience in a world-class analytical geoscience laboratory, working in isotope geochemistry and geochronology as part of a small team, heavily reliant on each other to deliver objectives, working with internal and external visitors to the lab.In addition to being a great teammate, you will be flexible, capable of working unsupervised, and be able to show initiative and take personal responsibility for your work and your Continuing Professional Development.Please note – you will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during your employment.The specific essential and desirable skills criteria for this post will be assessed at Shortlist (S) stage, interview (I) stage, or both (S&I).Essential

• Degree-level (min. 2(i)) science education in an appropriate subject area, or equivalent comparable work experience (S)
• Willingness to perform repetitive tasks to a high level of quality (S&I)
• Willingness to work with concentrated acids and other chemicals after appropriate training (I)
• Be able to prioritise workloads and timeframes based on available information, multitasking to complete work in a planned, timely and efficient manner (I)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills (S&I)
• Demonstrable IT skills (e.g. use of Word, Excel, Access) (S)
• Demonstrates curiosity and a drive to resolve scientific problems (S&I)
• You will be committed to a diverse and inclusive approach to work in the geosciences (S&I)

Desirable

• A good amount of experience in a laboratory environment, using chemicals including collection and recording of data and metadata (S)
• Knowledge and experience of statistical analysis of data (S&I)

About usThe British Geological Survey (BGS) is an applied geoscience research centre that belongs to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and is affiliated to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It is a world leading geological survey whose core mission is to advise government of science related to the subsurface and to undertake applied research to solve earth and environmental issues, both in the UK and globally. It is funded directly by UKRI, as well as through research grants and private sector contracts.We strive to in order to continuously improve our scientific and organisational efficiency! As such, we aim to have a workforce with employees from all backgrounds with people who are passionate about earth science and who share our dedication to work for the good of the environment and the benefit of society. BGS became a signatory of the in July 2022.How to applyApplicants are required to include a CV and covering letter outlining their suitability for the role. We would stress the importance of this paperwork in our selection process.A well thought through application providing evidence and examples of how you meet the advertised essential and desirable criteria for the post will be considered far more favourably than a generic covering letter and CV.If you experience any issues applying for this role, please contact .The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 2 September 2024. Interviews are expected to be held in late September 2024 in Nottingham.About The British Geological Survey (BGS)The British Geological Survey (BGS) is an applied geoscience research centre that is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and affiliated to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It is a world leading geological survey that provides a core science mission to inform government of science related to the subsurface and its interfaces and also undertakes applied research for solutions to earth and environmental processes, both in the UK and globally. It is funded directly by UKRI as well as through research grants and via private sector contracts.BGS has an annual budget of approximately £60 million and employs 650 people. It has two main sites, a head office in Keyworth near Nottingham and the Lyell Centre, which is a joint collaboration with Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh. BGS works with more than 150 private sector organisations as well as having close links with 40 universities and sponsors approximately 100 PhD students each year.How to ApplyOnline applications only preferred for this role. Please submit your CV and a covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for BGS and the role you’re applying for. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit your application without a covering letter may result in your application not being considered. You will only be assessed on the content of your CV and covering letter and not the ‘experience’ section of the application.About UKRIUKRI launched in April 2018, UKRI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).Our organisation brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, which is responsible for supporting research and knowledge exchange at higher education institutions in England, and the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK to create an independent organisation with a strong voice for research and innovation, and a vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. More information can be found at .Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visitThe role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.How we support EDI in the workforceAt UKRI we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to flourish and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visitDisability Confident EmployerAs users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Expected salary

£29808 per year

Location

Keyworth, Nottinghamshire – Nottingham

Job date

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:38:52 GMT

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