Technician

Job Title: Technician Smart Manufacturing Data Hub School: School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems Campus: Derry/Londonderry Salary: £28,081 - £31,404 per annum Duration: Fixed-term until 31st March 2025 / Full-time Closing Date: 20th October 2024 Reference Number: 031442 - ABOUT US - We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland. Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer. - THE ROLE - The post holder will provide technical support for research activities as part of the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub within the Cognitive Robotics Laboratory, Intelligent Systems Research Centre. They will provide technical advice, guidance and instruction to staff and students in the use of specialist equipment and materials. We may create a 12-month waiting list for same or similar roles within the Department / Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts. - ABOUT YOU - The post holder must have: - HNC/HND or equivalent in a computing/engineering discipline, and/or specific qualifications or courses related to computer hardware, computer administration, robotics, IoT and/or electronics. - Hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance experience in an Engineering and Computing environment. - Technical office practice including contract administration, general administration and use and development of computerised systems. Please find our employee benefits on our website. The School of Computing, Engineering & Intelligent Systems holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working. The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.