Technician - Centre for Clinical Skills and Simulation (062020-205)

Birmingham City University is a leading modern university, in one of the UK’s largest thriving cities. The Faculty of Health, Education and Life Sciences has an outstanding reputation for the education and training of health and education professionals, assisted by first rate facilities and placement opportunities. 

A vacancy has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Technician to join an established Centre for Clinical Skills and Simulation. The successful applicant will join the existing skills and simulation team supporting faculty staff and students involved in courses for the health and social care professions. Duties include technical support for all simulation operations including, but not limited to, clinic/ward/room preparation, clean up, maintenance of human patient simulators and associated computers/software, maintaining inventories of assets and maintaining storage areas. 

This could be an excellent opportunity for a graduate to gain work experience within a committed technical team within a dynamic forward-thinking University. We are keen to receive applications from individuals with relevant who are motivated, committed and who thrive when working using their own initiative. Applications from retired nurses and workers with previous clinical experience are welcome. You may have Bachelor’s degree in biological, biomedical related subjects or in a Nursing or other health related discipline or an equivalent combination of education/experience in a technical or clinical role. The minimum qualifications include BTEC, HND, NVQ (level 3 or above) or equivalent with a minimum of GSCE maths and English language or equivalent.

The role requires an understanding of workplace health & safety, good communication skills and a positive attitude. Applications are welcome from any candidates who can demonstrate relevant practical expertise and experience.   

As part of your application, please ensure you upload a CV and Cover Letter explaining clearly how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role. 

Our facilities are located in a beautiful, leafy campus in the Edgbaston area of Birmingham, next door to the Botanical Gardens with excellent transport connections. Birmingham City University offers attractive benefits which include up to 32 days annual holiday and a contributory pension scheme.

For further information please contact Dr Mohammed Tasab, Head of Technical Services, Faculty of Health, Education & Life Sciences, Mohammed.Tasab@bcu.ac.uk,
 

For more information about applying and for the job description for the post, please see the current vacancies on the BCU website:  http://jobs.bcu.ac.uk/. 

Birmingham City University is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: 03 Aug 2020
Category: Technical