Trinity is Irelands leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings ****).
Founded in ****, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years.
The Technical Officer will play a key role in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of undergraduate teaching programmes, experimental project work and research activities within the Discipline of Mechanical, Manufacturing and Biomedical Engineering.
They will support the implementation and operation of mechanical and manufacturing devices ensuring continuity of research and teaching activities throughout the Discipline as well as providing training and demonstrations to students and researchers.
The successful candidate will have a genuine interest in STEM, particularly Mechanical Engineering.
The candidate will be a strong and motivated team player, who can problem solve and is able to propose and implement change.
Post Status: Permanent Hours of Post: 36.5 hours per week Salary: Appointment will be made on the Technical Officer Pay Scale Salary Scale) at a point in line with Government Pay Policy (€40,243 to €60,948 per annum) New Entrants to the Public Sector will be appointed on Point 1 of the Scale, €40,243 per annum Qualifications for New Staff (from 1 January ****) Entry to the profession will require relevant Honours degree.
National Certificate on Entry- Qualifications for Existing Staff (before 1 January ****) The preferred candidate if an MSc holder on entry, with a minimum of 3 years experience (that must be relevant), may be appointed at Senior Technical Officer level.
How to Apply: In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) and a Curriculum Vitae that specifically address the following points in their application.
Applicants must have at least 2 years practical experience in an engineering environment.
Applicants should clearly describe this experience and how they obtained their knowledge.
Candidates should show how their experience aligns with the requirements of this post, as listed above under Knowledge & Experience and Skills.
Applicants should give specific examples as evidence of their experience and the skills sought.
Candidates should demonstrate through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team to resolve problems.
Please note: Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage.
Applicants should note that the interview process for this appointment may include a test of practical skills in the mechanical workshop or a presentation here in the Discipline of Mechanical, Manufacturing and Biomedical Engineering.
Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 19th February **** Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal Applications must be made by the date and time specified.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system Late Applications will not be accepted.
Interviews for this position will take place on 12th March **** Informal enquiries about this position should be addressed to Prof Conor Buckley, Head of Discipline or Mr. Mark Jordan, Chief Technical Officer At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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