Ref 164/23 Technical Support Officer, Allied Health Support, Teaching and Research Technical Services

• Part-Time (0.7 FTE), Ongoing position
• Remuneration Package: $63,846 to $72,204 pro rata rates
• Campbelltown Campus

About Western
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing and economically significant region, Western Sydney. Boasting 11 campuses – many in Western Sydney CBD locations – and more than 200,000 alumni, 49,500 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 14 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.

The Office of Teaching and Research Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Medical and Allied Health Team as a Technical Support Officer. 

About the role
Your primary focus will be providing the highest quality technical service in support of the School of Health Sciences, their undergraduate teaching programs such as Speech Pathology Podiatry, Traditional Chinese Medicine and the activities undertaken in the UniClinic.  The UniClinic offers a range of therapeutic health practices to members of the community and is an integral component in preparing students to be work ready in a variety of health sector environments. 

You will support the learning and development of future Allied Health healthcare workers by supporting practical activities and maintaining the high standards of the UniClinic. You will work with professional and academic colleagues preparing classes and equipment in the Clinical Teaching Laboratories, perform cleaning and sterilisation of instruments used in the Uniclinic and off-site clinics, and preparation of simulation materials and clinical documentation. You will be client focused, can think innovatively, be a good problem solver with the ability to identify and implement solutions. You will also have experience in undergraduate technical support including preparing and setting up practical teaching places, including laboratory, clinical and any other specialised practical teaching facilities. 

Due to the nature of the work undertaken by this position and the potential exposure to human tissue, blood or body fluids, laboratory workers in this area are strongly recommended to consider vaccination for hepatitis B in line with the Vaccination for people at occupational risk guidelines of the Australian Government Department of Health. 

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Campbelltown campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise. 

Hours of work for employees in Teaching & Research Technical Services may vary due to operational requirements in supporting teaching classes and further details are outlined in the position description.  Ensure you address all the selection criteria in your application.

This is a part-time - 24.5 hours (0.7 FTE), ongoing position.

Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally.

Benefits
Western Sydney University has long been identified as a University of the people. We value the contributions made by our staff and recognise that they underpin the enablement of our mission and values. In return, we offer: 

•             Professional development opportunities
•             Flex leave for Professional staff
•             17% super contributions

If this sounds like you, apply now and ensure you address all items in the selection criteria in your application.

Please refer to the Position Description for further information.

Remuneration Package: HEW Level 5 $63,846 to $72,204 pro rata rates (comprising Salary of $53,951 to $61,013 pro rata rates, plus Superannuation and Leave Loading).

Position Enquiries: Please contact Nicole Joel via email [email protected]

Closing Date: 8.30pm, Sunday 5 February 2023. 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For an ongoing/continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident and provide evidence at time of application.

Note: Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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