March is the Institute of Animal Technology Tech Month and we are highlighting the work that our amazing animal technicians are doing. Check out this blog from Institute of Genetics and Cancer #zebrafish technician Jonny Smith! https://lnkd.in/ePgRnzNN
University of Edinburgh Technicians
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We aim to get information to technicians, recognise the achievements of technical staff, and create a visible community.
About us
The Technician Steering Committee aims to disseminate information on opportunities available to technicians, to provide a means to recognise the achievements of technical staff, and to create a visible, connected, community for this population within the University of Edinburgh as the institution works towards the Technician Commitment pillars; Visibility, Recognition, Career Development and Sustainability. Our remit Our 1000 technicians are highly trained and experienced individuals with diverse skills working across all subject areas. Technical staff play an important role in research, teaching and supporting our students. The group is leading on the development and implementation of the Technician Commitment action plan.
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Technically Edinburgh Podcast spoke all about Professional Registration for Technicians with Laurence Dawkins-Hall B.Sc. CBiol, CSci, FIScT, FRSB. Find out what Professional Registration is, why it might benefit your career and what you can expect from the registration process! Technician Commitment Science Council
Episode 8 is here! Charli Corcoran and Lee Murphy chat to Laurence Dawkins-Hall B.Sc. CBiol, CSci, FIScT, FRSB about Professional Registration for Technicians. Find out what it is, why you should consider it and how the university can support your application in this feature-length episode with our special guest. Laurence Dawkins-Hall is a professional registration assessor and mentor for the Science Council alongside his job as a laboratory technician. He has also won awards for his contributions to STEM education, recently being awarded the Life Time Achievement award from Lab Innovations. Laurence joins us to discuss his experience of professional registration, the positive impact that it can have on your career and how we can get started on our applications. Listen Now: https://lnkd.in/eFu2FmMA
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March is Institute of Animal Technology Tech Month and here at The University of Edinburgh we want to take some time to highlight some of our animal technicians. Check out this poster presented at #TechnicianWeek2023 by Kyle Davies, Jonny Smith and Charli Corcoran about being animal technicians at the Western General Hospital Campus. Find out more about animal tech month here: https://lnkd.in/d_hTFf5S #instanimaltech
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Supporting the technical community to plan and implement effective career pathways at a strategic and individual level, through project initiatives, knowledge sharing events, careers education and coaching.
Calling all technicians who have completed, or are completing a PhD. I am looking for three technicians to share their story as part of an ITSS "Let's talk about technicians" online careers webinar on 22 May. I am particularly interested in technicians who are completing or completed a PhD by publication, a PhD whilst working or decided to leave a technical role to take up a full time PhD. Happy to give more details if you are interested. Look forward to hearing from you. Edward Bowerman Dr Lindsay Davies Kelly Vere MBE Ian Hancox
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University of Edinburgh Technicians reposted this
⭐ 328 technical professionals from across the UK have been nominated for a Papin Prize ⭐ These awards celebrate technical excellence in higher education and research. In the last decade, these awards have continued to raise the visibility and recognition of technical professionals, supporting the work of Technician Commitment. The shortlist will be announced late spring and the awards will be presented at #HETS2025, sponsored by UK Research and Innovation and Midlands Innovation https://lnkd.in/eZV2ttzZ (Pictured: 2023 Papin Prize winners)
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Find out all about TechNet at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer New Staff Welcome Event this morning.
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University of Edinburgh Technicians reposted this
TSN ROKS are hosting a free online workshop designed to help RTPs enhance their LinkedIn presence and make strategic professional connections. "Enhance Your LinkedIn Presence with AI-Powered Strategies" Led by Ken Punter, this session is designed to help you strengthen your professional presence on LinkedIn and will equip you with the knowledge and tools to optimise your LinkedIn profile, showcase your expertise, and build valuable professional connections. 📆 Date: Wednesday 26th March ⏰ Time: 9.30 - 11.30 (Duration: 2 hours) 💻 Location: Online via MS Teams 🔬 Eligibility: RTPs who fall within EPSRC remit Places are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 🔗Book your place here: https://lnkd.in/eR-8M2xv
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University of Edinburgh Technicians reposted this
📣We want to hear from you! The Science Council is looking for registrants, apprentices and employers who want to share their experience of professional registration and professional body membership. If you are interested, please email marketing@sciencecouncil.org or feel free to send a direct message via LinkedIn.
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University of Edinburgh TechniciansA fabulous opportunity to learn new skills and share your knowledge through The UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy Knowledge Exchange Placement Programme!
OPPORTUNITY | Is 2025 the year you take part in our Knowledge Exchange Placement Programme? The Technical Skills Knowledge Exchange Placement Programme is your opportunity to: ✅ Gain hands-on experience with specialist techniques & equipment ✅ Learn best practices from expert technical professionals ✅ Expand your network within the UK and internationally ✅ Bring world-class expertise back to your institution 🔷 Funding is available for 1 - 5 day placements in universities and research institutes across the UK and beyond 🔷 Open to technical professionals working in higher education and research 📅 Applications are open on a rolling basis. Apply by 3 March to receive a decision by the end of March 2025 https://lnkd.in/et3QwpRD 💬 Have you benefited from one of our placements? What did you learn? Share your experiences in the comments! 👇 #KnowledgeExchange #TechnicalProfessionals #CareerDevelopment
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