Technical Assistant

**Technical Assistant**:
**Position Number**: 5264120
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Continuing
**Faculty**: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**:School of Biomedical Sciences
**Salary**:UOM 4 - $76,901- $81,615 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Support the practical teaching program by preparing and managing resources for Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology classes, ensuring smooth Teaching Laboratory operations**:

- **Be part of a collaborative, values-driven team enhancing teaching and research excellence in a world-class institution.**:

- **Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families**

**About the Role**
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team supporting hands-on learning in Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology. In this role, you’ll gain valuable technical experience in a dynamic and well-equipped laboratory while contributing to the success of a world-class teaching program. Join a collaborative and supportive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Assist in the precise and efficient conduct of the teaching laboratories which includes the preparation of solutions, materials and equipment as per set-up protocols and Standard Operating Procedures
- Assist in delivering high quality practical classes by setting up and clearing materials for scheduled experimental classes
- Maintain a clean, organised, and well-functioning teaching lab, ensuring that all equipment, including digital tools and devices, are properly set up.
- Ensure that compliance with the relevant teaching laboratory OHS and EHS standards, including but not limited to Risk Assessments (RAs) and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the requirements of an OGTR certified PC2 Laboratory

**Who We Are Looking For**
We’re looking for people who demonstrate a commitment to high-quality work, strong attention to detail, and a proactive attitude towards problem-solving, learning, and teamwork in a laboratory environment

You will also have:

- A degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education, and training.
- Fundamental knowledge of Microbiology, Immunology, Pathology, and Molecular Biology, with familiarity in laboratory techniques and safety practices.
- Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and relate effectively to people at all levels.
- Proficiency in using software for data acquisition and analysis across macOS and Windows platforms, and a commitment to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - School of Biomedical Sciences**
- The School of Biomedical Sciences is part of the Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences. It was established on 1 January 2015 and comprises the Departments of Anatomy and Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Immunology, Pathology, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, and Physiology._
- Situated on the University’s Parkville Campus in a rich medical practice and research precinct the School has much to offer research and teaching staff alike._

**What We Offer You**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page

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**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
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