Senior Technician (Projects) - Environmental, Geological and Biological Sciences

• $89,120 to $96,497
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Gardens Point

• Reference number: 24316
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis until 31 December 2024
• Remuneration: $105,466 to $114,196 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $89,120 to $96,497 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Technician (Projects) - Environmental, Geological and Biological Sciences to join Faculty Operations, Faculty of Science, Academic Division.

The faculty is in the process of regularising arrangements with Research Centres, such that the level of support provided is consistently delivered across all centres. This full time, fixed term to 31/12/24, position will deliver plans to ensure the consistent provision of laboratory technical services into the Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy (CAB). This will be through a combination of Faculty of Science Technical Services laboratory custodian staff and laboratory management functions provided by research teams operating in the various CAB laboratories. To support the transition from the current arrangements to the new arrangements; this role will work with various Faculty and CAB stakeholders to bed down the new arrangements and ensure there are no gaps in service provision. This is particularly so in relation to health and safety compliance, and GM PC2 (OGTR), Biosecurity and domestic Quarantine compliance. Effective communications and negotiating skills are required.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Faculty Operations organisational area consists of Professional Staff providing operational support to the faculty, and includes: Financial Management and Technical Services & Space Management. The Technical Services & Space unit comprises of: Environmental, Geological and Biological Sciences technical support team, Chemistry and Physical Sciences technical support team, Space, Assets, Logistics and Technology support team..

What you need to succeed

Completion of a relevant degree, with subsequent pertinent experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training, preferably in a biological sciences laboratory setting or industry research environment.

Demonstrated experience in preparing clear and concise documentation and communicating and negotiating effectively with a range of academics and researchers and with people from diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrated ability to implement operational plans, business procedures and workflows to achieve improved business services with the ability to work independently to effectively plan, organise and prioritise associated tasks within required deadlines.

Proven ability to critically evaluate systems and processes and work collaboratively to achieve team-based outcomes in a complex, fast paced and changing environment.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an effective health and safety culture, and knowledge of the regulations pertinent to a research environment including the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR), Biosecurity Australia and domestic Quarantine.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 28-Mar-2024

Applications Close: 11-Apr-2024 at 11.30pm

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