CASUAL - Senior Experimental Officer (Grade 7)

The University 

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%3Cp style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe Chemistry Department is looking to recruit a Senior Experimental Officer to work on a specific project with local schools, spread over December and January.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. 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lang=%22EN-US%22%3EEnsure safe working practices are adhered to by all staff.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/td%3E%3C/tr%3E%3C/tbody%3E%3C/table%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ETo apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E