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Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an Instrument Technician to join us at our Fort Cumberland site. You will join a small dynamic team of archaeological scientists who work on cultural materials from across England, whether it be artefacts recovered from Protected Wreck sites, Anglo-Saxon grave goods or artworks in need of conservation.

What you will be doing

You will be instrumental in running our new X-ray facility, including welcoming visiting researchers and building our client base. You have direct input into research by undertaking data collection and contributing to the smooth running of the laboratories, making sure problems are dealt with promptly to minimise equipment down-time. We are passionate about heritage and love working with people who share that passion.

What we are looking for

-A recognised professional qualification as an instrument technician or an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject

-Trained as a Radiation Protection Supervisor

-Proven experience in the use of X-ray equipment

-Experience in operating analytical equipment

-Good organisational skills including attention to detail

-Proven qualities as a team player including willingness to learn new skills

Please note to reference to the key essential skills in the advert when you are completing your application and highlight examples of any related knowledge, skills and experienced based on these.

Please answer the following questions in your application;

1. Please explain how you have used radiography and operated different types of analytical equipment in your work/ research?
2. What RPS training have you received? Outline the RPS duties you have undertaken previously.


Why work for Historic England

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the job with you. Having just won the Gold Award from MIND, we also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance.

We offer a wide benefits package including a competitive pension scheme starting at 26% contributions, a generous 28 days holiday, corporate discounts, free entry into English Heritage sites across the county and development opportunities to ensure you achieve your goals.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for everyone. Diversity helps us to perform better and attract more people to support our work. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and candidates with disabilities as they are underrepresented within Historic England at this level.

Historic England want all of our candidates to shine in the recruitment process. Please tell us what we can do to make sure you can show us your very best self. You can contact us by email at [email protected] or telephone 07763387811 if you have any recruitment queries.

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Name:HISTORIC ENGLAND

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