Scientific Officer

3 weeks ago


North Ryde, Australia Macquarie University Full time

PRIMARY DETAIL
- Opportunity to launch your technical career at Macquarie
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Competitive salary with 17% superannuation

THE ROLE

The

Faculty of Science and Engineering

is currently seeking a suitably qualified Scientific Officer to provide technical and operational support across the laboratory teaching and research of the School of Natural Sciences.

Reporting to the Technical Team Lead, you will be actively engaged in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of teaching and research laboratories through the provision of high-quality technical support. You will procure and prepare teaching material, setup undergraduate practical classes, and provide technical support to undergraduate classes and to research laboratories. You will have the opportunity to utilise your working knowledge of scientific equipment as well as health and safety by assisting with technical queries, demonstrating safe techniques, delivering laboratory inductions, and training users on equipment. You will be a skilled communicator and will be able to work independently and adapt to be part of a high performing team.

About You

You will have completed a degree in chemistry or in a closely related discipline. You have a sound knowledge and understanding of organic and analytical chemistry and related instrumentation. You have good problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical issues. You are able to work with mínimal supervision and support undergraduate teaching, academic staff and HDR students. You have a passion for workplace health and safety. You are an excellent communicator with a proactive nature and are flexible and resilient in your approach. You manage time and resources effectively to successfully plan, prioritise, action, and follow up issues as they arise. You are a ‘hands-on’ person with a proactive attitude.

About Us

The

Faculty of Science and Engineering

offers both undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs across a diverse range of disciplines and is home to several world-class research centres and facilities. It is comprised of two research departments and four schools, each with a different scale and/or discipline-specific approach to administration, technical and infrastructure support for research and teaching.

The Technical Operations team provide specialised technical support services to teaching and research activities of the Faculty. The team covers a broad range of capabilities and expertise across laboratory, specialist facilities and field-based activities that are essential for the smooth functioning of teaching and research within the Faculty.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 59 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community.

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To Apply

Essential:
- A degree in Chemistry, or closely related discipline or combination of experience, education, and training;- Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment including troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.- Demonstrated experience delivering technical support in a teaching and/or research laboratory environment.-
- Demonstrated experience contributing to the development and implementation of protocols, procedures, and/or technical guidelines in laboratory environments.- Strong oral and written communication skills

Enquiries: Nicole Cordina, Senior School Technical Manager on (02) 9850 6916 or

or Mark Tran, Technical Team Lead on (02) 9850 2012 or

Appointment Type: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 28 hours per week), fixed term for 18 months (replacing staff on secondment/extended leave).

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15/11/2023 11:59 PM

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