Details
1091754
University of Edinburgh
01/04/2025
Other - See Job
6 hours per week
Not Applicable
Pay
£15.82
£2.86
Description
Role
The University of Edinburgh is currently offering a part-time opportunity for two students to join the uCreate Team as uCreate Makerspace Student Technicians. uCreate provides equipment, advice, training and support to help students and staff make (almost) anything for free! See the Makerspace Instagram page at the following link for more information: uCreate Makerspace Instagram;. Within this role, you will deliver training and support in areas including 3D printing, CNC and Laser cutting, 3D digitisation, virtual production and Digital Making & Design Software. You will help maintain kit and software, all while providing an approachable, knowledgeable staff presence for users interested in using Makerspace technology within their projects.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to gain experience in presenting to a range of audiences, and managing the safe use and maintenance of the equipment, while developing your skills in using hardware and software equipment offered by Makerspace.
You can expect to start work on the 1st April 2025 and work until 31st July 2025. The successful students will work 6 hours per week in uCreate Makerspace, Main Library. The general working hours are 2:00pm – 8:00pm on one day per week, and 10:00am – 4:00pm during the induction period. During this position you will be paid £15.82 per hour, plus £2.86 per hour holiday pay. Payment is one month in arrears, meaning your first payment date (should this position start when expected) will be 28th May 2025.
Duties and responsibilities
- Delivering essential support for uCreate Makerspace activities, helping users bring their creative ideas to life;
- Leading engaging 1:1 and group training sessions, outlining safe and appropriate use of the makerspace equipment available;
- Assisting with the upkeep and organisation of uCreate Multimedia equipment provision, reporting any safety or maintenance issues, whilst proactively solving problems within the scope of your experience;
- Maintaining a friendly staff presence, supporting remote and on-site users, whilst facilitating the safe use of equipment, and supervising where necessary;
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of the Makerspace, while fostering a collaborative and inspiring environment, where creativity and innovation can thrive.
Skills and experience
Essential criteria:
- A current University of Edinburgh student (this post is designated for UoE student employment; therefore, you must be a matriculated student for the duration of your employment). You also must not hold the position of ‘Resident Assistant’;
- Based in the UK for the duration of the work, able to work on campus when required (we cannot accommodate individuals working overseas due to tax and legal implications), and able to attend a Right to Work Check in person if needed;
- Proven enthusiasm for creating and making, whilst exploring new technologies;
- Demonstrable understanding of at least two different types of Makerspace equipment, such as 3D printing, 3D scanning, virtual production, digital making software, design software, laser cutting, CNC, etc;
- Evidence of strong communication skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to a non-technical audience;
- Evidence of an organised and proactive approach to work, with excellent problem-solving skills;
- Demonstrable ability to work both individually and as part of a team.
Desirable Criteria:
- Clear understanding of, or previous experience as a user of, the uCreate Makerspace environment and interdisciplinary potential;
- Proven experience of advising others regarding design, materials or manufacturing techniques;
- Evidence of practical skills in equipment repair and maintenance.
Location
On-campus, uCreate Makerspace, Main Library
Benefits
- Being part of a welcoming community of over 150 ISG Student Workers with opportunities to network, whilst working in a supportive and nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on work/life balance;
- Pay rate and holiday entitlement equivalent to that of UE05 permanent staff, access to NEST pension scheme if applicable;
- As a staff member, you can join the University's Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion groups (Staff Networks). For more information, please click the following link: University of Edinburgh's Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Groups;
- Access to a range of excellent staff training content and resources from the Digital Skills Team.
Additional information
To apply for this role, please upload a CV and covering letter, clearly stating how you meet the criteria for the role. Please ensure you've read the top bullet points in the criteria: you must be a University of Edinburgh Student, and you must not hold the position of 'Resident Assistant' (Res Life) during your employment. If you encounter any issues when applying, please e-mail unitemps@ed.ac.uk well in advance of the deadline, as we will only respond within office hours (9-5, Monday to Friday). Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
We recommend reading our short Application Tips Document for guidance on creating a strong cover letter and CV.
Interviews will take place on the w/c 10th March 2025.
The University of Edinburgh is committed to providing a positive employment experience for all students. To support students in combining work with studies, we strongly advise you do not exceed the University’s recommended number of working hours per week:
- 15 hours for undergraduate students (up to 35 hours during vacation).
- 15 hours for postgraduate taught students (all year round).
- 9 hours for postgraduate research students (all year round).
PLEASE NOTE: This advert may close early if sufficient applications are received prior to the closing date which is 23:59pm on the 2nd March 2025. Apply for job