Senior Research Technical Officer (Materials Testing and Analysis)

• Total remuneration range $102,135 to $110,617 pa
• Full-time continuing appointment
• Springfield campus

Building on its strengths as Australia’s leading regional University, UniSQ’s vision is to be renowned for innovation and excellence in education, student experience, research and engagement. Guided by our core values of respect, integrity and excellence, the University’s Strategic Plan 2021-2025 outlines our commitment to creating and sharing knowledge, transforming lives and solving the problems that matter to our world.

Together with international partners such as NASA, DLR German Space Agency and Boeing, our Institute for Advanced Engineering and Space Sciences (IAESS) is leading the way in several fields including astrophysics, advanced materials, hypersonics and rocketry.  IAESS is home to technicians and researchers who are experts in their fields, and world-class infrastructure including the Mount Kent Astronomical Observatory, long duration hypersonic wind tunnel, rocket lab, and one of Australia’s largest dedicated composite materials manufacturing and testing facilities.

A unique opportunity is now available for an experienced Senior Research Technical Officer to join our team to coordinate the day-to-day operations and maintenance of materials testing and analysis facilities within our Centre for Future Materials (CFM) based in Springfield Campus.

Who you are

Are you passionate about advancing scientific research and supporting the next generation of innovators? UniSQ is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Technical Officer to join our dynamic team. As a Technical Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in providing technical assistance and guidance to researchers and postgraduate students working in our cutting-edge research laboratories and testing environments.

What you'll do

Reporting to the Research Facility Manager, you will:

• Provide technical support for researchers and postgraduate students using the research laboratories and associated services, experiments, equipment and data analysis tools.
• Provide support for and training in the use of complex and specialised equipment within UniSQ’s research laboratories and testing environments.
• Support researchers and postgraduate students in the formulation of test methodologies and development of safety risk assessments (SRA) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Liaise with external testing service clients and advise on appropriate testing procedures and standards.

If this sounds like something you are interested in, please review the position description further for more information about this exciting opportunity!

What will help you succeed

Together with your relevant qualification in materials, civil engineering or chemical engineering, you will have subsequent work experience in a technical laboratory environment as well as an ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of clients. You will also have:

• Proven experience in conducting materials testing and analysis following recognised test standards and laboratory safety protocols.
• Demonstrated experience in operating materials characterisation and analytical test equipment and working knowledge of using fire testing equipment.
• Experience in working in engineering laboratories in a university environment or similar.
• Proven experience in developing WHS documents related to laboratories and maintaining a safe and collaborative work environment.

For further information about this role, please contact Dr Choman Salih , Research Facility Manager via +61 7 4631 1642 or [email protected] .  

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.usq.edu.au

ReferenceNumber: 0052_03/24

Location: Springfield campus

Term: Full-time continuing appointment (36 hrs/week)

Salary: Total remuneration range $102,135 to $110,617 pa (includes salary range of $86,299 to $93,466 pa, employer super contributions of 17% and annual leave loading)

Closes: Thursday, 18 April 2024 @ 10.30pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey available on our website.

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