The post supports a broad range of 3D workshop activities on BA and MA courses across the Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology. You will ensure that our 3D workshops and associated studios are well managed and maintained, creating a welcoming environment in which students from a range of Art and Design courses can develop their ideas. You will take responsibility for the health and safety of our students, ensuring safe working practices.
Providing technical/practical instruction to our students within the workshop or studio environments, the post holder will also work closely with students and staff to translate theoretical ideas into practical and/or creative solutions, including the interpretation and production of technical or design drawings. You must be able to support our students across a broad range of processes and materials, including mould-making and casting, metal and wood fabrication techniques, and have a familiarity with 3D software relevant to CNC cutting, laser cutting and other similar processes.
With excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to team work you will have the ability to motivate and provide clear guidance to students, helping them interpret complex technical and theoretical ideas into practical outcomes. You will be able to plan and prioritise a complex and varied workload, ensuring that the needs of several Art and Design courses are managed effectively.
An experienced maker, you will have existing expertise in a wide range of materials and fabrication techniques, and a demonstrable ability to learn additional skills if required. You will have a passion for sharing that expertise with our students, and experience of providing technical instruction. Maintenance of equipment, ensuring materials and consumables are stocked, and compliance with best practice in Health & Safety are also key aspects of the role that you should demonstrate familiarity with.
A degree in a relevant art or design subject and/or comparable industry experience is essential, with a higher degree in a relevant subject desirable.
All candidates will be asked to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
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Opportunity Type
EmploymentContact Name
Resourcing TeamContact Email
hrrecruitment@northampton.ac.ukWebsite
https://jobs.northampton.ac.uk/vacancy/technician-demonstrator-metals-woods-3d-394376.htmlStart Date
5th August 2019Closing Date
18th August 2019