"Technical Officer, Biomedical Sciences"

locations

Gippsland, Victoria

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 11 Days Ago

job requisition id

JR100298

Be responsible for providing technical support and services to staff and students within the Institute of Innovation, Science and Sustainability.

• Academic Support Services Directorate – Gippsland Campus

• Full-time, fixed-term appointment until June 2025

• HEW 5 - $76,500 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuationPosition closing date: 23/06/2024Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.

With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.

About the role

The Technical Officer, Biomedical Sciences is responsible for providing science technical support, training and services to staff and students for teaching and research programs.

You will:

• provide technical support for teaching and research laboratories and activities;
• maintain accurate records of individual laboratory requirements for each course and research projects;
• ensure technical equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements; and
• complete risk assessments for all laboratory and technical activities and equipment.

About you

The position is required to perform a wide range of tasks that impact on the successful running of the teaching activities. To be considered for this position, you will need to have demonstrated:

• experience in coordinating the preparation, organisation and distribution of equipment, consumables and materials;
• knowledge and application of OH&S and EH&S responsibilities in laboratory settings;
• ability to support academic staff in the use of equipment;
• ability to document and maintain a range of accurate technical records for teaching and research laboratories and projects; and
• organisational and time management skills.

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 23 June 2024.

Applicants are required to submit a resume and response to key selection criteria.

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