Senior Technical Officer

• Senior technical officer role within Swinburne University
• Full time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW 6 salary + 17% super

About the Role 
We are seeking an experienced individual to join Swinburne’s dynamic Science Technical team as a Senior Technical Officer to support our research and teaching activities. You will have a strong background in Chemistry, particularly in Analytical Chemistry Instrumentation and be dedicated to continuous learning and professional development. 

This role will showcase your scientific laboratory skills and hands-on approach to laboratory management, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive innovation and excellence. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining a strong onsite laboratory presence to ensure safety and compliance with OHS requirements, providing valuable guidance on OH&S issues to staff and students, and upholding the highest standards of safety and housekeeping in research laboratories and storerooms. Working closely with academic, research, and technical staff, you will deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to a culture of excellence and collaboration. 

Reporting to the Manager, Technical and Laboratory Support (Science), this position offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of scientific research and innovation at Swinburne University. Join us in shaping the future of science and engineering education and research.

About You  
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Extensive experience in laboratory operations, following SOP’s and safety polices.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the operation of a wide range of analytical equipment specifically LCMS, NMR, HPLC, GCMS and other Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry instrumentation and techniques.
• Proven experience in creating safety documentation such as Standard Operating Procedure, Safe Working Instructions and Risk Assessments for complex instrumentation and tasks.
• Extensive experience in chemical management in relation to technical and laboratory operations, including an understanding of statutory requirements associated with chemical hazards.
• High degree of initiative to support, advice and assist students with their experimental methods, particularly with the ability to diagnose and resolve instrumentation issues.
• Exceptional time management and prioritization skills.

An Undergraduate Science Degree in Chemistry (with Honours is preferable) and subsequent relevant experience in research.

About Swinburne University of Technology 
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:

• Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
• Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
• Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
• Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice

The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.

To Apply 
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position.  

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on [email protected]. 

Applications Close: Wednesday 5 June 2024, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options, leave and parenting/carer policies to support work life balance.

Equity and Diversity 
Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation and we are proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives.  For further information on all our initiatives visit our Equity & Diversity website .

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact [email protected]

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  

For any support please contact [email protected] or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes 
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action , Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.  

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
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