Research technologist, Core facilities
Position name | Research technologist (biotechnology) |
Key and functional tasks of the Department | – Development of the Core facilities; – Participation in the definition and implementation of development strategy of the Nazarbayev University’s scientific infrastructure (hereinafter – the University); – Conducting analyses for NU and external organizations by trained staff and training of the potential users; – Control and regulation of equipment use. |
Key and functional tasks of the position | – Conducting analyzes on the equipment in field of biotechnology, keeping record of the activities; – Providing technical assistance for researchers, students and third party organizations; – Providing consultation and training of new users of the equipment, monitors the work of other users; – Performing corrective and preventive maintenance on facility equipment. This involves all necessary documentation and data collection associated with performing calibrations and executing validation of equipment; – Carrying out diagnostics and repair to the equipment hardware when breakdowns occur, in collaboration with other qualified specialists; – Coordinating actions in emergency situations involving the safety of people and equipment; – Participating to the preparation of technical documents, reports, and other documents related to the equipment use; – Analyzing the need for laboratory equipment, consumables, and reagents, based on expenditures. |
Education | – Higher education; – The lowest required academic degree is Bachelor’s degree in natural science (biology, biotechnology, biochemistry or related). |
Required professional experience | Work experience in the research/academic laboratory at least 1 year. Work experience on analytical equipment at least 1 year. |
Professional competence and personal qualities | – Willingness and ability to learn new information and updates related to the equipment functioning; – Ability to understand and interpret technical documents, e.g. results of analyzes; – Be familiar with the consumables and equipment procurement procedures, with making contracts, or other agreements; – Ability to work effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines; – Knowledge on the fundamental safety regulations while working on laboratory equipment; – Demonstrated ability to work effectively autonomously and in a team environment; – Demonstrated communication and organizational skills. |
Proficiency in languages | Excellent speaking and writing skills in Kazakh, Russian. Proficiency in English is encouraged. |
Computer Literacy | A highly trained PC user |
Deadline for CV | Until position is filled. |