Assistant Technical Officer 0.8 Fte & 0.5 Fte - Chemistry And Nutrition

Two exciting opportunities have arisen to join the technical team within Manchester Metropolitan University as an Assistant Technical Officer. The posts offer the opportunity to be part of our vibrant technical community, developing its education and research services to meet the needs of a university of the future. Our diverse team of technicians ensure that the University functions efficiently and delivers the levels of student experience both our undergraduates and postgraduates deserve and expect of us. Working in specialist laboratories, workshops, studios and digital facilities, our technical professionals play a key role supporting, guiding, and advising across our university from sciences, art, engineering, design, and technology, through to sports, nursing and teacher training. We are a forward-looking service, committed to a strong culture of continuous improvement and we are passionate about providing the best customer service to our staff and students. The roleYou will be an active member of the technical services team, applying knowledge and skills in our Chemistry and Nutrition team. Focusing on supporting excellence in education and research provision. Working flexibly and collaboratively across professional services and the academy to provide assistance to a variety of laboratories and other specialist spaces. The role holder will primarily support activities in the nutrition kitchens, physical testing lab and food sensory suite, but may be required to cover other areas. The role holder will be expected to have some working knowledge of applications and techniques relating to food preparation and food safety. About you You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team and capable of delivering induction sessions to laboratory and workshop users. You will have a flexible approach to work and an ability to work on your own initiative. You will be expected to learn how to safely operate and demonstrate a wide variety of laboratory or workshop equipment.  You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to service excellence. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference, being flexible and committed to providing a high level of customer service, we would love to hear from you. How to applyPlease upload a covering letter and your CV, detailing how you meet the essential criteria specified in the Job Description (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button). If you would like more information about this post please contact, Gayle Wilson, Technical Manager; Gayle.Wilson@mmu.ac.uk. Manchester Met University is committed to creating an intentionally inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We understand the importance of having a diverse workforce and the benefits it can bring to ensuring diversity of thought and innovation in everything we do. We, therefore, encourage applications, in particular people from ethnic minority groups, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQIA+. We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this, as well as any reasonable adjustments required throughout the application process.