Academic Technician

Job description / Role

• Provides teaching assistance during workshop and laboratory sessions
• Assists in the development and maintenance of teaching materials
• Demonstrates the use of machines, tools and equipment within the laboratory
• Supports faculty and students in the design, planning and execution of student projects as required
• Receives, installs and maintains laboratory equipment and supplies
• Maintains a schedule of preventative maintenance for all equipment and keeps adequate manuals and maintenance logs for equipment and parts
• Controls the distribution of consumable materials and ensures adequate inventory levels for supplies within the laboratory
• Maintains systems and procedures to track borrowed equipment and tools
• Observes and reinforces safety and housekeeping procedures and protocol within the laboratory
• May devise, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components for products such as industrial machinery or equipment and measuring instruments if required in the discipline
• Contributes to the development of the organization by observing and implementing system-wide policies and procedures
• Travels to attend meetings, workshops and conferences as required
• Develops an awareness of and respect for the customs and cultures
• May perform teaching duties as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Requirements

• A minimum 2 years of relevant hands-on experience in a laboratory or workshop
• Practical workshop skills as evident by knowledge of instruments and devices, relevant chemicals used within the laboratory, and other workshop tools and equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols
• A high degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the workplace
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated competency to interact with people at all levels of the organization
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment and to cope with pressure in a positive manner while working to deadlines within a busy and demanding environment
• A demonstrated willingness to engage in professional development activities in order to develop and improve new and current skills, and to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization

About the Company

Executive Solutions is a different breed of talent consultancy. Driven by a unique philosophy, we think differently and act differently from the pack. Were here to do one thing: to improve our clients businesses by finding, focusing and delivering the most talented people.

We dont just do traditional contingency recruitment. Discovering talent is much more than just matching a CV to a vacancy - its about understanding companys corporate culture and ensuring a comprehensive match. We believe that in order to find the right candidate we must understand the motivations and ambitions of senior management, which is reflected in our personal approach when partnering with a client.

Executive Solutions is your trusted talent solutions partner head quartered in Dubai, specialising in direct talent, tailored talent and HR talent solutions, along with Nationalisation initiatives throughout the Middle East. Driven by a unique philosophy, we incorporate innovative and comprehensive talent management solutions each tailored to suit what our clients need.