Process laboratory waste following standard operating procedures
Produce fly food and media to support teaching and research across the college
Provide autoclaving and sterilisation services to the college
Ensure adequate stocks of laboratory consumables and glassware
Troubleshoot issues with fly food and media production, working with colleagues to resolve problems
Monitor the quality of ingredients, recipes and end products, working with service users to identify changes and implement solutions
Carry out routine sample preparation following standard operating procedures with guidance from senior technicians
Carry out specified techniques, tests or experiments as directed
Identify simple problems and resolve and recognise when to refer issues to your manager
Maintain accurate records and draft routine documentation related to your duties
Ensure the health, safety and cleanliness of the immediate work area, by encouraging staff and students to comply with all basic University / College Health & Safety policies and reporting any issues to your line manager, technical manager, laboratory manager or college safety advisor as appropriate
Confirm that all required assessments are in place, approved and up to date
Carry out regular maintenance processes as appropriate, and ensure records are maintained
Report any breaches or non-compliance with health and safety procedures to the line manager, technical manager, laboratory manager or college safety advisor
Ensuring waste disposal is carried out correctly for laboratory, recycled and general waste
Adopt a proactive attitude to assisting with and implementing carbon reduction and energy saving measures
Assisting with stock level control and informing the line manager when replacements are required
Receipt and correct storage of consumables and chemical reagents
Reporting any problems with equipment or services to the line manager or colleague as appropriate
Treats everyone with dignity and respect in line with current equality legislation
Complete any other duties as may be reasonably required by either the line manager or technical managers
Training:You will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician
On-the-job competency training
Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (if required)
The majority of your learning will be completed online once a week with some face-to-face practical sessions/exams in Birmingham (if BTEC is included).
Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Science Technician, RSciTech, with either the Institute of Physics, Royal Society of Chemistry or Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:On completion of this apprenticeship, you may be able to progress into a Research Technician role.Employer Description:People are at the heart of what we are and do.
The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university. We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success.
We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With almost 5,000 professional services jobs in a wide-range of functions in Edgbaston and in our campus in Dubai, there are plenty of opportunities for you to be able to develop your career at the University.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
The University is situated in leafy Edgbaston and there are excellent transport links to our beautiful campus, including main bus routes and a train station on site. On campus we have a state-of-the-art sports centre with pool, shops, places to eat and drink, our own art gallery, museum and botanical gardens.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
You will learn to support the effective running of the busy college facilities department by providing support across all college facilities comprising a broad variety of activities.
The post-holder will benefit from working in a highly-supportive environment with access to peers and senior colleagues who will mentor and encourage personal and professional development.
Main duties the apprentice will learn
The apprentice will be learning and developing skills in the following areas:
Facilities Assistance
Building Condition inspections and Safety checks
Assisting with room moves, including movement of office items
Assisting with signage creation and installations
Administering Health and Safety documentation
Fielding and dealing with staff, student and visitor queries
Assigning access via ID cards
Reporting repairs via the Central Estates team and tracking maintenance requests
Coordinate key management process. This will involve setting up a spreadsheet and creating a key log for updating / tracking
Coordinating small office moves which will include arranging telephone and PC moves
Ensure the office is tidy and delivered items are cleared away promptly
Participate in safety and environmental related activities as directed by manager
Communicate and collaborate with internal and external colleagues / services (e.g. Security, cleaning, engineers, contractors etc) including academic and professional services colleagues across the college and university.Training:
L2 Facilities Services Operative Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome:Facilities Officer, Facilities Administration, Other related roles. Employer Description:People are at the heart of what we are and do.
The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university. We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success.
We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With almost 5,000 professional services jobs in a wide-range of functions in Edgbaston and in our campus in Dubai, there are plenty of opportunities for you to be able to develop your career at the University.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
The University is situated in leafy Edgbaston and there are excellent transport links to our beautiful campus, including main bus routes and a train station on site. On campus we have a state-of-the-art sports centre with pool, shops, places to eat and drink, our own art gallery, museum and botanical gardens.Working Hours :Normally Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
