Technician

You will act as the floor manager in the NI Clinical Research Facility (NICRF), University Floor, Belfast City Hospital with responsibility for the overarching technical requirements of the NICRF. You will plan for the NICRF resource needs and management of the area, its users and specific equipment within that area. You will assist the NICRF, to catalyse our clinical trial growth and drive high-quality research and excellence in clinical trial delivery. This post will initially be based in the Northern Ireland Clinical Research Facility (NICRF) but will be relocated within iREACH Health building on Belfast City Hospital site. Additional information: iREACH Health is an exciting new project for healthcare in Northern Ireland, the outcome of creative collaboration between academia, industry, the NHS, and public sector/government stakeholders to drive UK science and innovation and is focused on modernising our research infrastructure. iREACH Health will drive continuous improvement in patient care and outcomes through innovation by integrating the activities of clinicians, life scientists and data scientists with industry partners to identify and develop new diagnostic tests, treatments, and health related technologies. iREACH Health due to be operational in 2026/7 provides the platform to create a patient-centred, pro- innovation and digitally enabled clinical research environment. About the person: The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria: At least an HNC/HND (or equivalent) and/or NVQ level 4 in a relevant subject g. biomedical or biological sciences. At least 4 years' work experience in a laboratory setting to include at least 2 years of the following: A senior role with significant responsibility for multi-functional laboratories; Providing technical support for complex analytical techniques; Supervision of staff and/or students. Competent in the use and care of a range of laboratory equipment and processes. Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations, Good Laboratory Practice systems and other relevant legislation and willing to undertake Good Clinical Practice training. Good organisational skills. Well developed oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates the ability to train staff and students in use of equipment and techniques in area of expertise. Demonstrates the ability to supervise staff, students and laboratory users. Self-motivated, industrious and committed to fulfilling the aims. To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website. What we offer: Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more at Skills: technician support assist Benefits: Work From Home