Technical Officer

1 week ago

Crawley, Australia University Of Western Australia Full time

Join a dedicated team supporting UWA’s research and teaching goals.
- Play a hands-on role in providing technical expertise and practical support.
- Full-time, fixed-term appointment from 06/01/2025 to 02/01/2026.
- Commencing salary: $80,243 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

**About the area**
College Services provides crucial academic administration and technical support to UWA’s schools, supporting Heads of School, academic staff, and students. The Technical Services team, within College Services, delivers specialised support across teaching, fieldwork, and research, focusing on compliance and safety. This team supports disciplines within the Natural, Agricultural, and Social Sciences, enhancing learning and research both on campus and in the field.

**About the opportunity**
- Deliver high-level, discipline-specific technical support for practical teaching in laboratory and fieldwork settings, with a focus on applied Environmental Sciences.
- Provide training and technical expertise in specialist equipment and procedures, ensuring optimal safety and compliance in all operations.
- Support the maintenance, servicing, and procurement of equipment and consumables for teaching and research, adhering to relevant policies and guidelines.

**About you**
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, with a desirable background in applied Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Molecular Biology - with demonstrated experience in chemical usage and safety.
- Experience in preparing reagents, developing chemical methods, and handling, maintaining, and troubleshooting lab equipment.
- Proven experience in providing technical support within teaching and research environments, including setup, maintenance, and equipment management. Previous experience in tertiary or secondary teaching spaces is advantageous.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with the experience to train and support staff and students.
- Demonstrated ability to organise, set priorities, meet deadlines, work independently, multitask, and collaborate effectively within a team

**Special Requirements**
- Current “C” class manual driver’s licence.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
- Ability to operate 4WD vehicles is desirable.
- Some after-hours work may be required, including overnight fieldwork

Position description: Technical Officer (518556).docx

**How to apply**

**Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 24th November 2024**

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

**About the University**
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

**Our commitment to inclusion and diversity**
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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