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Job Offer: Technician - Sport & Exercise Science (3748):Job description:Job location: Edinburgh Contract: Full-time (35 hours a week), Open-ended Heriot-Watt University launched its BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science programme in September 2022. located on its Edinburgh Campus, the Sport and Exercise Science programme is an exciting collaboration with Oriam, Scotland's National Performance Centre, and is part of a significant University wide investment in Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity research and teaching provision. We are now seeking to appoint a technician in Sport & Exercise Science to support the delivery of our programme. The prosperous candidate will be involved in supporting the preparation and running of applied teaching and research projects covering both laboratory and field work.Facilities are available within both Heriot-Watt University and Oriam. As we continue to build our team of technical support in this area, We are pursuing to appoint an individual with expertise and practice in one or more of the following areas: » Sport/Exercise Physiology » Biomechanics » Sports Engineering and/or Technology Key tasks and responsibilities » Ensure the effective running of the Sport & Exercise Science related facilities on a day-to-day basis » Plan, set up and prepare undergraduate teaching labs and provide technical instruction and guidance for students and staff. » Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot equipment. » Set up experimental apparatus and carry out tests under operational conditions » To assist in the development of specialised equipment or processes for use in research and teaching. » Diagnose faults and undertake repairs/ maintenance on significant equipment, and apparatus used in research and teaching laboratories » Mentor, train and instruct junior staff » Understand and acexpertise risks connected with the work activity and always operate in a safe and compliant manner applying control measures identified through risk assessment. » Order equipment and consumables » Assist with field trips, where required » Monitor changes/trends and technical advances/ developments in Sport & Exercise Science and continue to expand and improve expertise to keep up with these developments » Establish strong working relationships to understand and manage the user demand and requirements, ensuring that the requirements of our teaching programmes and research activities are understood, assessed, and prioritised. Essential » Educated to SCQF Level 7-8 (HNC/HND) or an Apprenticeship in a significant subject plus ideally 2 years' post-qualification work practice in a significant function; or comparable equivalent significant work practice. » practice of working in a Sport & Exercise Science, or a significant scientific discipline Desirable: » A degree in a significant subject area (or other similar qualification) » Appropriate training/qualifications in significant technical areas » practice in establishing new laboratory facilities. » expertise of Good Clinical Practice guidance and procedures for human research. How to Apply Applications can be submitted up to midnight(UK time)on 26th May. Interviews will take place w/c 3rd June. Please submit your application using the link: enzj.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candidatepractice/en/sites/CX/job/3748/?u tm_medium=jobshare candidates must make their submission via the Heriot-Watt online recruitment system and include a current CV and a cover letter describing their interest and suitcapability for the post. Informal enquiries should be directed to Sean McMenamy, Senior Technical Services Manager:S.L.McMenamy@hw.ac.uk Skills:
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