About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technician to be based in the Department of Psychology. You will join us at an exciting phase in our development, as we grow our teaching portfolio and continually increase the quality of our research. We are looking to appoint someone to provide technical leadership and innovation as we ambitiously expand our activities.  

As part of the role, you will be expected to provide technical support to our staff and students, including preparation for teaching activities, technical demonstrations and training. You will be responsible for keeping laboratories and specialist equipment in good working order, and you will support the procurement of new equipment and software. Where appropriate, you will be actively involved in research projects and external research grant applications to expand the scope and quality of our staff research activities. You will also provide day-to-day supervision and support to junior members of the departmental support team.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with advanced computing skills, especially relevant experience in object-oriented code (R, Python etc.) or modern web technologies and CMSs. Applicants with a background in computer science or data science may be suitable for this role, alongside those with psychology backgrounds.

This is a full-time, permanent post. For informal enquiries about this role, you may wish to contact Professor Nick Hulbert-Williams, Head of the Department of Psychology, at hulbertwn@edgehill.ac.uk. To learn more about the Department of Psychology at Edge Hill University visit https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/departments/academic/psychology/

About You

As Senior Technician you will be an enthusiastic and friendly professional who is excited about making notable contributions to psychological science through the provision of high-level technical services.

You should be educated to degree level (or equivalent), ideally with a background (or at least an interest) in psychology. You will already have experience relevant to working in a technical role, with existing expertise to support the range of research undertaken in a research-ambitious psychology department. You will be committed to supporting both our staff and our students, and you should be able to demonstrate your skills in training and in the demonstration of technical skills and equipment. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with accuracy and under pressure. Prior experience in budget management and supervision of junior staff is desirable.

This post provides an outstanding opportunity for career development for those with existing experience as a science technician. You will join a forward thinking and dynamic team, dedicated to both teaching and research excellence. We are committed to supporting the career development of all staff in the department and will provide appropriate professional development to enable you to expand your skills and abilities.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 36 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Free foreign language evening classes
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and as health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with our employer contribution of 17.8%

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.