Laboratories Technician: Civil Engineering Soils,Hydraulics,Concrete (1 year Fixed Term) (COMP085)

The School of Computing and Engineering at the University of West London is a dynamic and forward looking School with high quality teaching, student experience and research informed teaching at the top of its priority list. The School has strong links with local, national and international partners making graduate employability key to the success of courses that we offer. The School of enjoys state-of-the-art equipment and offer a number of courses fully accredited by relevant professional bodies across the board.

We are currently looking to recruit a Laboratories Technician in our Civil Engineering sector of the School. This role will be responsible for the everyday running of the School’s undergraduate teaching laboratories, providing technical support for the practical laboratory and practical sessions as well as supporting academic and research activities.

Successful candidates should have experience in civil engineering, soils, hydraulics, concrete and material testing as well as having excellent practical skills in carrying out laboratory tests and experiments.

We are looking for individuals who are strong communicators, are highly organised and are able to work independently as well as working in a team.

Candidates should have a minimum of an engineering HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject and have a track record of working in an engineering or research environment.

This appointment is for one year in the first instance.

Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing Monday 14 January 2019

If you would like to have an informal conversation to find out more about the role please contact the Head of Engineering subject Professor Joe Rizzuto by emailing joe.rizzuto@uwl.ac.uk or call on 020 8231 2638.

The University of West London is a leading modern university specialising in the education and development of exceptional creative, business and service professionals.  We set ourselves apart by being a career focussed, professionally engaged, university of quality.  We have grown in both size and reputation and have been ranked the best modern University in London (The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018).  With the Elizabeth line opening we will be even more accessible, with Ealing 42 minutes away from Reading and 24 minutes from Liverpool Street.

Closing Date: 10 Dec 2018
Category: Support