The School of Science and Engineering has a wide range of engineering laboratories and workshops which support teaching in Biomedical, Civil, Mechanical, and Industrial Engineering and Physics.

We are recruiting for an exceptional individual to join us as a Engineering Technical Manager within our Team. The Engineering Technical Manager is a vital role as part of the School Senior Professional Services Team with responsibility for the provision and delivery of high-quality technical services, laboratory management, and operational support for education, industrial engagement, and research activities within the School.

With responsibility across multiple buildings and supporting multiple academic disciplines they take responsibility for leading the highest standards of technical service to academic staff and students, the role holder will proactively identify ways to improve service to meet day-to-day changing demands in a complex laboratory environment. This post is critical with regards to service delivery across our engineering technical services and will manage operational budgets and resources to meet key strategic objectives for the school.

Your priorities will include:

• Provide leadership and management of a large team of technical staff including on-going coaching, training and mentoring, managing objectives, activities, and critical timelines to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Lead the team to support students undertaking practical work, laboratory practical activities and research projects in Physics and Engineering Disciplines.
• Continually look for ways to streamline engineering technical services and operations to ensure delivery of fit- for-purpose and robust services for staff and students.

Who we're looking for:

• Knowledge and understanding of the key issues facing higher education in Scotland and how they relate to the University.
• Technical expertise in engineering and/or laboratory settings.
• Knowledge of industry standards, good practice, and legislation in relation to managing engineering operations
• Excellent liaison skills, with the ability to manage complex relationships with a wide range of individuals (including senior staff) within the University and externally.
• Leadership ability and versatile interpersonal skills to support and build cohesive teams.

We are one of the UK's leading universities - internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Conveniently located on the banks of River Tay, our main city-centre campus is at the heart of Dundee - an up-and- coming, friendly, compact and affordable city with a rich heritage in design and technology. We also have campuses at Ninewells Hospital and in Kirkcaldy which are easily accessible via local transport links.

To further discuss the details of this post, informal inquires may be made to Rebecca Leiper, School Manager r.f.leiper@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science & Engineering (SSEN) at the University of Dundee delivers research and education across a range of STEM disciplines. Our mission is to be globally renowned for the development of innovation and technology that will deliver a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.

Biomedical Engineering is committed to delivering the next generation of medical diagnostic and treatment technologies and protocols. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including co-delivery of a large Joint Educational Programme in Biomedical Engineering with North-Eastern University, China.

Research in Biomedical Engineering is focussed through the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology (CMET). CMET is a joint initiative between the Schools of Science & Engineering, and Medicine. It brings together anatomists, clinicians, engineers, physicists, and surgeons to develop world-leading research and knowledge exchange.

The Professor of Biomedical Engineering will be a key appointment for the School, providing strategic leadership for the discipline. This Chair will take the role of Head of Discipline (three years in the first instance). They will be expected to further strengthen and expand collaboration between Biomedical Engineering and key clinical partners in NHS Tayside and in the School of Medicine. Heads of Discipline in SSEN work alongside the School Executive Group to form the Senior Management Group for the School.

Your priorities will include:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to solidify Biomedical Engineering as a leader for stakeholder- oriented education, research, and knowledge exchange


• Nurture a student and staff community in which people can thrive, and innovation and excellence can flourish


• Develop existing and foster new relationships with national and international partners


• Deliver an outstanding contribution to research activities at the highest level

Who we're looking for:

• An outstanding track record in research including successful PhD supervision, impactful research outputs of internationally excellent quality, and significant external funding


• Evidence of the successful leadership and organisation of learning and teaching activities across a programme

that provides students with integrated, translational learning experiences

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with others including clinicians with a track record of senior leadership across discipline boundaries

University of Dundee is one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff and students working together.

For further information about this position please contact Professor Fordyce Davidson, f.a.davidson@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for staff and undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter ,and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science & Engineering (SSEN) at the University of Dundee delivers research and education across a range of STEM disciplines. Our mission is to be globally renowned for the development of innovation and technology that will deliver a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.

Biomedical Engineering is committed to delivering the next generation of medical diagnostic and treatment technologies and protocols. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including co-delivery of a Joint Educational Programme (JEP) in Biomedical Engineering with North-Eastern University, China.

Research in Biomedical Engineering is focussed through the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology (CMET). CMET is a joint initiative between the Schools of Science & Engineering, and Medicine. It brings together anatomists, clinicians, engineers, physicists, and surgeons to develop world-leading research and knowledge exchange.

The Lecturer/Senior Lecturer will be a key appointment for the School, providing strategic input to the discipline. The role holder will be expected to assist with the development and delivery of our teaching programmes including the JEP. Moreover, they will be expected to further strengthen and expand collaboration between Biomedical Engineering and key clinical partners in NHS Tayside and in the School of Medicine.

Your priorities will include:

• Publish research outputs that meet the highest standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour, and present work at national and international conferences


• Attract and supervise doctoral students


• Instigate and nurture appropriate opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange with other academic or industrial partners


• Carry out teaching and supervision at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level


• Identify and engage with opportunities to further integrate industrial experiences, applied learning, and interdisciplinary connections into curriculum design

Who we're looking for:

• A PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Physics or closely related subject


• An outstanding track record in research (including successful PhD supervision - Grade 9), impactful research outputs of internationally excellent quality, and external funding commensurate to with level of experience


• Evidence of the successful delivery and organisation of learning and teaching activities that provides students

with integrated, translational learning experiences

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with others including clinicians

University of Dundee is one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff and students working together.

For further information about this position please contact [Professor Fordyce Davidson, f.a.davidson@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for staff and undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter ,and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science and Engineering has an international reputation for excellent teaching and topical research, particularly in addressing global challenges in energy, the environment, health care, technology, forensic science and infrastructure. The school has a wide range of engineering laboratories across Biomedical Systems, Construction & Structural, Fluid Mechanics, Geotechnical, Manufacturing, Physics, and Mechatronics. The facilities support education as well as fundamental and applied research through to large-scale testing, as well as external service testing and consultancy.

The Engineering Technician role is an essential part of the School's Engineering Technical Team, delivering high-quality technical provision and operational support. Working closely with our Technical Support Specialists the role supports innovative teaching to our students (UG, PGT and PGR) and world-leading research in our Engineering and Physics Disciplines.

Your priorities will include:

• Applying engineering skills and knowledge to find creative and pragmatic solutions to practical problems.


• Assisting in the organisation, delivery, and support of practical classes, laboratories, and group project work supporting great student experience on our engineering courses


• Contributing to the manufacture, commissioning, operation and maintenance of equipment supporting

funded research and industrial engagement as well as education activities.

Who we're looking for:

• Technical aptitude and practiced problem-solving technique working with engineering and/or scientific equipment.


• Experience of acting as a point of contact for technical queries and an ability to balance competing demands and prioritise effectively.


• Experience and/or Engineering qualification(s) such as apprenticeship, HNC, or HND in fields such as electronics, construction, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing.

We are one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff (Professional Services and academic Schools), students and alumni. Professional Services directorates are key to delivering the University strategy and driving change across the University.

For further information about this position please contact Rebecca Leiper (School Manager, r.f.leiper@dundee.ac.uk).

To find out more about the School of Science and Engineering please visit dundee.ac.uk/science-engineering.

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

The School of Science & Engineering (SSEN) at the University of Dundee delivers research and education across a range of STEM disciplines. Our mission is to be globally renowned for the development of innovation and technology that will deliver a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable future.

Biomedical Engineering is committed to delivering the next generation of medical diagnostic and treatment technologies and protocols. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees including co-delivery of a large Joint Educational Programme in Biomedical Engineering with North-Eastern University, China.

Research in Biomedical Engineering is focussed through the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology (CMET). CMET is a joint initiative between the Schools of Science & Engineering, and Medicine. It brings together anatomists, clinicians, engineers, physicists, and surgeons to develop world-leading research and knowledge exchange.

The Professor of Biomedical Engineering will be a key appointment for the School, providing strategic leadership for the discipline. This Chair will take the role of Head of Discipline (three years in the first instance). They will be expected to further strengthen and expand collaboration between Biomedical Engineering and key clinical partners in NHS Tayside and in the School of Medicine. Heads of Discipline in SSEN work alongside the School Executive Group to form the Senior Management Group for the School.

Your priorities will include:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to solidify Biomedical Engineering as a leader for stakeholder- oriented education, research, and knowledge exchange


• Nurture a student and staff community in which people can thrive, and innovation and excellence can flourish


• Develop existing and foster new relationships with national and international partners


• Deliver an outstanding contribution to research activities at the highest level

Who we're looking for:

• An outstanding track record in research including successful PhD supervision, impactful research outputs of internationally excellent quality, and significant external funding


• Evidence of the successful leadership and organisation of learning and teaching activities across a programme

that provides students with integrated, translational learning experiences

• Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with others including clinicians with a track record of senior leadership across discipline boundaries

University of Dundee is one of the UK's leading universities, internationally recognised for our expertise across a range of disciplines and research breakthroughs in multiple areas, including science, medicine and engineering, amongst many others. Our purpose is to transform lives, locally and globally, which we do as a community of staff and students working together.

For further information about this position please contact Professor Fordyce Davidson, f.a.davidson@dundee.ac.uk

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for staff and undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter ,and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

We are looking for candidates with a strong track record in teaching and research, with a clear plan that articulates with and enhances our existing activities in the Centre for Medical Engineering & Technology, which is an interdisciplinary academic space between the School of Medicine and the School of Science & Engineering.

Candidates' research plans should align with one or more of the following areas: Biomedical Imaging & Image-Guided Intervention, Cardiovascular Engineering, Medical Instrumentation & Robotics. The successful candidate will contribute to our teaching of Biomedical Engineering to the Joint Education Partnership with North-Eastern University, China.

Your priorities will include:

• To carry out teaching and supervision at undergraduate or postgraduate level, including contributing to curriculum design and enhancement of the student learning experience. A commitment to international travel is required for this post; it is expected that there will be one or two trips to China each year, each of which will be between two and four weeks duration
• To publish research outputs that meet the highest standards of excellence in terms of originality, significance and rigour
• To develop appropriate opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange with other academic or industrial partners

Whom we're looking for:

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Physics or a closely related subject
• Clear evidence of learning and teaching competence, commensurate with the grade
• Evidence of research of internationally excellent quality, including securing external research funding, commensurate with grade
• Ambitious research plans that are aligned to the Centre's research strategy and will be competitive for UK or international funding streams, and/or for industrial funding mechanisms

Are you a subject matter expertise in the field of validation, including Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Test Method Validation, and Non-Product Software Validation? If you have a comprehensive understanding of process design and engineering principles, incorporating production processes and controls, including current best practices we would be keen to speak with you!

We are looking for a Process Engineering Manager to join a global rapid diagnostics testing business in Dundee.

You will be responsible for providing leadership and subject matter expertise to support design, installation and qualification of new equipment and processes in accordance with site quality standards.

This position is offered as a contract opportunity, with the potential to turn into a permanent position.

Responsibilities:

• Delivers business-critical capital projects, including process engineering/design/improvement initiatives to drive capacity and productivity improvements
• Develops near-term and long-range plans to identify opportunities for process improvements, new capital equipment and systems, aligning to site strategy for growth with a focus on increasing capacity, improving productivity, reducing costs and protecting the business from equipment/system obsolescence
• Leadership role within in EHS and compliance on-site; delivering safe and compliant equipment, and qualification/validation
• Representing the Operations group in audits (e.g., Quality, Compliance, EHS)
• Balance competing priorities and meet the needs of Operations, Facilities/Engineering, QA, and R&D, ensuring site resources are used effectively, and key site objectives progress within time and budget constraints
• Effective use of all available Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), metrics, and reporting forums to direct focus and attention towards on-time delivery and problem-solving on a daily basis
• Identify opportunities for improvement and areas of risk mitigation to enact strategies which safeguard the business by maintaining state-of-the-art standards in the fields of process, equipment, and systems in accordance with all EHS, Quality, Compliance, and Regulatory requirements.
• Subject matter expertise to the site the fields of process design/improvement, Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Test Method Validation, and Non-Product Software Validation
• Recruits, develops, motivates and disciplines employees to ensure that the Process Engineering group is staffed by individuals of such calibre that can achieve site objectives
• Cultivates Talent Management Reviews and interfaces with the wider Operations Talent Management Review, to ensure employee engagement and development
• Acts as a depute/delegate for Senior Operations Manager

Experience & Qualifications:

• Undergraduate/bachelor's degree in a Life or Biological Science, or Engineering discipline
• Accredited to at least Six Sigma Yellow Belt level
• Background in Operations leadership with excellent communication skills
• Understanding of process design and engineering principles, incorporating production processes and controls, including current best practices
• Subject matter expertise in the field of validation, including Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Test Method Validation, and Non-Product Software Validation
• Demonstrated ability to lead group activities; acting as a facilitator and providing training and upskilling for others
• An understanding of and ability to apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) analyses and techniques with the ability to interpret these analyses and translate to key actionable insights
• The ability to manage and control project budgets
• An appreciation for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) processes, including costs and how to influence them
• An understanding of Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) and Change Control principles with the ability to process records within the respective databases/systems
• Expertise in and ability to support/facilitate use of state-of-the-art Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools, including 5-Whys, A3/DMAIC, AID interviews
• Understanding of risk analysis principles, and capability to lead and support Risk Assessments, Risk Management/Control exercises, and Failure Mode Effect Analyses (FMEA)

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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