Senior Assistant Scientist - 25465

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South East
Reading
Caversham Lakes
Staff Grade 3
Permanent
Full Time
Engineering, Operational Delivery, Analytical
£25,042
We are looking for a Technician/Senior Assistant Scientist (calibration) to undertake the calibration and maintenance of a wide range of water quality monitoring equipment. In addition you will manage and operate a quality assurance system and supervise staff as appropriate.
The high resolution evidence produced is vital if we are to better understand our water environment
The National Water Quality Instrumentation Team ( NWQIS) provides support to all high resolution water quality monitoring activities undertaken across the Agency. It delivers a vital service that underpins many of the Environment Agency’s statutory responsibilities and our Statutory Surface Water Monitoring Programme’s. It also makes a significant contribution towards commercial and funded science projects. The team also supports the wide range of high profile stakeholder partnerships managed by the NWQIS.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person. You will be have a science or technical background, be formally qualified or with relevant vocational experience. In addition you should possess knowledge and interest in

Water quality and or lab Instrumentation

Environmental science

Quality assurance systems and documentation

Other key requirements for this job include excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in word, excel and database management along with a passion for innovation and problem solving.
The role will be based at Caversham Lakes, Reading. A full UK driving license would be preferable but not essential.
For further details please contact – Frances Houston, National Water Quality Instrumentation Service Team Leader on 07796336228 or email frances.houston@environment-agency.gov.uk

27/01/2023, 23:55 hours

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