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The CVR is the UK's largest grouping of human and veterinary virologists. Its mission is to carry out multidisciplinary research on viruses and viral diseases of human and animals, and to translate the knowledge gained for the improvement of human and animal health. The CVR has excellent facilities for conducting research in molecular biology and virology located in a purpose-built research building at the Garscube campus of the University of Glasgow. The CVR is a core component of the School of Infection and Immunity within the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow. We are currently looking to recruit for the following positions.
TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER, Reference 169251
The post holder will provide efficient and effective support to the CVR Head of Operations, CVR Management Team and CVR Researchers. You will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and well-organised individual, filling an important supporting role in operational management for the CVR.
The CVR occupies several buildings (primarily the Sir Michael Stoker and Sir Henry Wellcome Buildings) within the Henry Wellcome Complex (HWC) on the Garscube Estate. It contains numerous bespoke facilities for state-of-the-art virology research and has a current staff complement of ~240 staff and students. In this context, the Technical Services Manager will provide support to the Head of Operations in daily reactive responses and will coordinate pre-planned servicing of equipment and infrastructure. This will include close liaison with general and specialist areas within the CVR to ensure that operations function optimally and seamlessly. The post holder will also play an active role in providing administrative support for general and capital equipment purchases including any major works to improve the CVR’s facilities. The postholder will manage the Washroom Supervisor who manages a team of 2.5FTE.
This is a demanding and diverse role requiring a strong and flexible approach in providing a high-quality service and a proactive ability to problem solve to help support business continuity.
This post is full-time and is funded until 31 March 2027.
The appointment will be made on the Technical Grade, level 7 £40,497 - £45,413 per annum.
Interested applicants should apply online at https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ and search for the above reference number.
Informal enquiries about this post may be directed to Linda McMonagle, CVR Operations Manager (Elizabeth.McMonagle@glasgow.ac.uk)
Closing Date: 10 April 2025
TECHNICIAN, Reference 169791
We are looking to recruit a Technician who will support the daily technical and operational matters within the Containment Level 3 suites. The CVR houses three Containment Level (CL)3 Facilities; The Clinical Samples Laboratory (CSL), The MacRobert Blood Borne Virus Laboratory (MacR BBV) and The Richard Elliott Biosafety Laboratories (REBL). Combined, these facilities underpin world-leading research in a wide variety of human and animal pathogens, including enabling animal and arthropod research.
Working as part of a small team across the Henry Wellcome Complex on the Garscube Campus, and reporting to the REBL CL3 Coordinator, the postholder will have responsibility for the maintenance of laboratory equipment and the efficient running of the suites, including liaising with external engineers and contractors to ensure all day-to-day activities can be carried out. Also, in conjunction with the CL3 technical team the postholder will provide training for users of the CL3 facilities.
This post is fixed term until 31 March 2027.
The appointment will be made on the Technical Grade, level 6 £33,482 - £37,174 per annum.
Interested applicants should apply online at https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ and search for the above reference number.
Informal enquiries regarding this post may be directed to Annette Lake, CL3 Coordinator
Annette.Lake@glasgow.ac.uk
Closing Date: 17 April 2025
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