Specialist Acoustics Technician - Salford

Opportunity Overview

We are looking for a new Specialist Acoustic Technician to provide full time support to commercial and research contracts in the Centre for Acoustics of the Built Environment. This post will focus on measurement, analysis and certification in Building Acoustics with a focus on UKAS accredited Sound Transmission, Sound Absorption and Impact testing. The post will also support more general laboratory development work.

The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate knowledge of and/or utilising methods in acoustic measurement, working closely to standard procedures, communicating with customers, traceability of measurement and acoustic instrumentation. Measurement analysis and development work will utilise Python, Matlab or other appropriate methods.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out measurements to standard methods and established measurement processes

• Liaising with clients and the Centre Lead on installation of items for testing

• Setting up measurement equipment

• Preparing accurate and timely reports to standard templates;
• Identifying and resolving equipment issues and utilising support when required;
• Following procedures on for example environmental conditions and external calibration to ensure quality and traceability of results;
• Performing reliable recording and numerical analysis of measurement results according to standard and occasionally non-standard procedures;

About the School or About the Department

Salford has been a centre of excellence in Acoustics for over 60 years. Our state-of-the-art Acoustic Laboratories are home to a team of Engineers and Technicians carrying out a wide range of testing, calibration and research ranging from UKAS accredited standard tests to large scale bespoke measurement programmes. The Laboratories are closely integrated with the Acoustics Research Centre with a long history of conducting high quality original research funded by research councils, government bodies, and industry.

Salford’s research in Acoustics has led to products and patented inventions that companies make and sell worldwide, as well as regulations and standards used in the UK, Europe and Internationally. In the most recent government Research Excellence Framework () we were described as having achieved ‘outstanding impact in acoustics

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here  value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
• Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
• Greater Manchester - live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyles

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