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ASAP-RISE Research Technician (STEM)

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The position of Research Technician is required to work on two NERC-funded collaborative research projects - “An Integrated Study of Air Pollutant Sources in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR)” (ASAP-Delhi) and “West Midlands Air Quality Improvement Programme” (WM-Air). The post-holder will initially work on ASAP-Delhi project to analyse particulate matter samples collected from Delhi for source apportionment studies. He/she will then support research within WM-Air, which is a five-year research programme aimed to enable our stakeholders to reduce the impacts of air pollution upon human health and economic growth in the West Midlands, translating NERC-funded environmental science to support regional decision-making.

The successful candidate will work with Dr Zongbo Shi, Professor William Bloss and other project team members to support fieldwork (in the West Midlands: travel to India is not required) and airborne particle source apportionment (Laboratory Analyses) within the two funded projects. The successful candidate will have a good degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) area, or equivalent qualifications. Extensive experience in similar laboratory chemical analyses of environmental samples is required. Laboratory experience in working with gas chromatography - mass spectrometry would be advantageous. Given the collaborative nature of the project, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as the ability to meet deadlines, prepare publications and work effectively with other members of the team. The successful applicant will contribute to the impact profile of the team through the dissemination of the project's deliverables in meetings and/or through reports and publications. The university is committed to enabling the career progression of technicians through opportunities for continuing professional development and mentoring, including through the new Birmingham Technical Academy.Person Specification

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

  • A good degree in a science or engineering based subject or equivalent in experience.
  • Extensive experience of similar laboratory based work, e.g., chemical analyses of environmental samples
  • Experience in organic analysis using gas chromatography - mass spectrometer is desirable
  • Previous experience of field type work is desirable.
  • Good laboratory practice gained through extensive experience and formal qualification
  • Good health and safety knowledge in the use of safe handling of field equipment and hazardous chemicals and substances.
  • A qualification in First Aid is desirable (although training will be provided).
  • Good communication skills are essential in order for the post holder to be fully effective in this post.
  • Ability to organise and manage own work load and demonstrate flexibility in terms of work practices/requirements
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision but function as part of a team
  • Proficiency in commonly used software packages

The role will involve driving in the West Midlands area

 

Dimensions

  • Flexible working patterns being required to achieve this due to the nature of the field work thus the postholder will be expected to work unsupervised for much of the time in addition to working within other research and academic staff.

 

Problem solving and decision making

(i) Without reference to others

Prioritise their own work load. Decide whether adequate materials are available and predict if further supplies require ordering. Decide on materials and equipment suitable for the specific activity and advise students on their safe use.

(ii) After consultation with others

Source and procure equipment.

(iii) Or that would be referred to someone else

Arrange for equipment repair/replacement after consulting budget holder

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