Are you interested in providing research support to specialists in the area of cancer drug discovery? Do you have experience working independently and collaboratively within a team? Then this is an exciting opportunity to join the Division of Natural Sciences as a Technician (cancer drug discovery). The Technician helps to deliver timely and effective specialised research, supports the effective and efficient operation of general facilities and resources, and provides inductions, training, and demonstrations of specialist techniques to staff and students. ContractType: Fixed Term - Ends 14/03/2025 As a Technician (cancer drug discovery), you will: Plan and perform activities independently using a range of techniques, sometimes working from a limited brief. Liaise with staff, students, and visitors, as well as deal with routine external service providers to ensure facilities and equipment are kept operational. Work collaboratively with other members of the team. Operate complex technical equipment, assisting staff and students. Undertake routine maintenance tasks, fault finding and basic repairs. Work effectively as a team and independently, providing technical advice in relation to the work area activities, equipment and the techniques used to staff and students, as required Understand, promote and apply relevant COSHH/risk assessments and departmental health and safety protocols ensuring procedures are followed at all times. Supervise staff and students to ensure their safety. Contribute to the development of protocols, standard operating procedures and maintenance schedules for the work area. To be successful in this role, you will have/be: Experience of using complex technical equipment and providing advice on its use to students and colleagues Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, with an ability to assess non-routine problems and implement solutions within own expertise Organised with the ability to prioritise a wide range of workload with competing priorities Experience in supporting the procurement of technical equipment The University of Kent is a distinctive and attractive place to work. We employ around 6,000 staff, including academic and research staff and a full range of support and administration staff. Our stunning main campus in Canterbury, Kent was founded in 1965 and is set among green and tranquil open space overlooking the spectacular Cathedral. Our staff enjoy competitive salaries, an occupational pension scheme, generous holiday entitlements (43 days leave per year) and a great working environment.