The Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences (NMES) is a vibrant faculty based in the heart of London with a long tradition of world-leading research and teaching in physics, mathematics, chemistry, informatics, engineering and natural sciences. 

 

This role presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a technical team supporting and delivering undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes in the Department of Engineering. Reporting to the Technical Manager (Project Spaces and Workshops) at the Strand Campus, this is one of several roles working as part of a wider Education technical sub-function – supporting the Department of Engineering’s educational and research activities. The Senior Technician (Education) will play a key role maintaining workshop and makerspace facilities and providing technical support and supervision to practical design and manufacturing classes.

The role-holder will have responsibility for the day-to-day running and maintenance of the Engineering teaching workshops and makerspace facilities at the Strand campus. They will be part of a team of senior technicians, working collaboratively with academic and professional services stakeholders to deliver an exceptional experience for students.

 

The ideal candidate will have a background in Engineering or Design with experience in a higher education (HE) teaching environment or equivalent. They will have knowledge and experience of workshop health and safety regulations, general technical support, demonstration/delivery, training and supervision across a range of laboratory or workshop-based teaching activities.

 

​The successful candidate will be an active member of King’s Technical Network, engaging in Faculty and College initiatives to strengthen and share best practice, with an ongoing commitment to professional development. They will facilitate an inclusive culture and ethos in line with King’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) strategy, proactively liaising with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.​

 

This is a full-time (35 hours per week) post, and you will be offered an indefinite contract.