Technician Visa Sponsorship Uk

Job Description

Regenerative Materials and Prototyping Technician (Grade 5)
Salary: £31,387.00 – £35,580.00 per annum (pro rata)
Permanent Position
Location: Highlands and Islands Campus (Blairs Farm Steading, Altyre Estate, Forres IV36 2SH)
Highlands and Islands Campus Information

The Glasgow School of Art is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Regenerative Materials and Prototyping Technician to join the Technical Support Team (TSD) at our picturesque Highlands and Islands Campus near Forres. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative individual who thrives in a dynamic, educational environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and managing the operations of the new Regenerative Materials Lab in collaboration with two other Technicians, as part of the TSD Altyre team. You will play a key role in maintaining a welcoming, accessible Maker Space that meets the needs of both students and staff, while ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines and best practices.

The ideal candidate will have an HND or equivalent experience in regenerative materials, including mycelium, bio-plastics, bio-composites, and bio-based material design and prototyping. You should be capable of offering innovative material solutions to creative challenges, blending traditional handcrafting techniques with contemporary innovations. As part of a new facility, you will have the opportunity to shape the direction of this exciting field and contribute to the growth of this unique space alongside the Altyre team.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Lynsey Calder, Technical Manager for the School of Innovation and Technology at l.calder@gsa.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications: 23:59, Sunday 19th January 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 3rd February 2025

For further questions regarding the role, please contact hrservicedesk@gsa.ac.uk.

The Glasgow School of Art offers sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visas, subject to UKVI requirements, if the role meets the Home Office eligibility criteria. Further details can be found on the Home Office website.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fostering an inclusive environment for all students and employees. We particularly encourage applications from candidates identifying as from a Minority Ethnic background, as we seek to improve the diversity of our staff.

Registered Charity Number: SC012490

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES.