Our Mission
Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.
The Role
As Senior Technician you will support and enhance our engineering capabilities and expertise in Hydrogen research by supporting the development and maintenance of our Hydrogen laboratory facilities.
At the C-ALPS we have world-class Hydrogen energy research facilities. To transition to clean growth, Hydrogen will be key. This is where this role supports our research, by developing our research test facilities.
Examples of our current engineering research projects, and how you can support us, are:
• Testing the performance of peripheral fuel cell system components (Balance of Plant)
• Developing innovative sensor arrays for the health monitoring of fuel cell stacks
• Evaluating novel materials for Hydrogen fuel cells and electrolysers
Our Successful Candidate
As a Senior Technician you will demonstrate previous experience of providing engineering technical support for research and development/or instrumentation in a laboratory environment using a wide range of equipment related to fluid engineering activities.
You will be competent in the safe and effective operation of a range of mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment and instrumentation and field–based equipment, including experience of commissioning, calibrating, and maintaining a wide range of laboratory equipment in these areas.
You will also require strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with students and staff at all levels, sharing your technical knowledge effectively.
The Benefits
As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:
- Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
- 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
- BUPA Cash Plan
- 50% off Tuition Fee’s for staff dependants
- CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers
- Cycle To work scheme
Our Culture
As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.
Full Job Description & Person Specification
We look forward to hearing from you!
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