Printed Textile Technician

Winchester School of Art is proud to be one of the UK’s leading art Schools and part of the world-renowned University of Southampton, a founder member of the Russell Group. Our research-intensive environment and international student body provide a rich ground for interdisciplinary thinking and making at the nexus of art, science, technology, and culture. 

About the role 

This role involves working with undergraduate and postgraduate Textiles students. You will be a key part of our existing Technical Services team. You should be able to deliver technical teaching and support in textile screenprinting processes and the use of the dye labs, guiding and supporting students and staff in their use of the Printed Textiles facilities. Working in a team you will help to develop more sustainable textile print and dye methods and processes, reduce waste and water usage. Knowledge of plant-based natural dyes, bio dyeing or embroidery would be desirable. 

About you

You should be innovative, with strong organisational and creative skills, keeping up to date with technological advances in the area. We are looking for knowledge and experience of industry level equipment and software. An aptitude for problem solving and assisting students in realising their projects is at the heart of what we do. You should be effective at communicating with a diverse range of individuals from varying backgrounds with knowledge and understanding of race, multiculturalism, and diversity.

What we can offer you

Working at the University of Southampton gives you access to a wide range of benefits in addition to our competitive rates of pay. 

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/hr/services/benefits-explained/index.page 

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. 

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/diversity/our-commitment/strategy.page 

Please submit a covering letter/statement and CV with your application.

The University of Southampton is a signatory of the Technician Commitment https://www.technicians.org.uk/technician-commitment  and a partner affiliate of the National Technician Development Centre (NTDC) https://nationaltechnicianscentre.ac.uk . We offer a wide range of opportunities for staff including networking, mentoring, training, professional registration and career development. We are committed to all our technical staff, recognising the broad range of skills they have in support of education, research and enterprise activities. By joining Southampton you will be part of a bigger technical community https://www.southampton.ac.uk/about/our-people/technical-staff.page.

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.