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Gems Education is seeking a Laboratory Technician for a maternity cover position starting in August. The role involves maintaining lab equipment and consumables, preparing experiments in coordination with science teachers, ensuring labs are organized and clean, and adhering to safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Science, at least one year of relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a team-oriented approach.
Requirements
Requires a degree in Science and a minimum of one year's experience in a similar position. Must possess good interpersonal skills, attention to detail, be organized, and a team player. The role involves preparing lab experiments, maintaining equipment and consumables, and ensuring safety procedures are followed.
Description
Job DescriptionEmbrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.Maintain and update register of Lab equipment.Maintain and update register of chemicals and other consumables.Prepare Lab experiments and practicals in coordination with the Head of Science and Science teachers.Responsible for keeping the labs organised and clean in coordination with the Head of Science and teachers.Report breakage/damage of equipment to Head of Science.Responsible for safety procedures in the Labs in coordination with other members of the department.Prepare annual list of consumables, glassware and equipment in conjunction with Head of Science.Ensure Labs are locked when not in use.Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.Skills DescriptionDegree in ScienceSkills: Good interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with staff and students. Attention to detail, organised and a team player.Experience: Minimum of one year's experience in a similar position.