Technical Officer - Hydrogen Storage Research Group & Chemistry Teaching Labs

As the world transitions towards a future of green energy, we require new technologies to enable the widespread adoption of renewable energy. Here at Curtin, the Hydrogen Storage Research Group team (HSRG) investigates new types of materials for energy storage.

Our expertise in this area is used in conjunction with our industry partners to provide real-world solutions to research-level problems in the energy storage space. Our expertise spans multiple research fields, including those of hydrogen-rich materials, new battery technologies, and thermochemical energy storage materials.

We have an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that provides technical instruction and support for Chemistry undergraduate classes and associated services for teaching in the School of Molecular and Life Sciences and research support in one of our premier research programs, the Hydrogen Storage Research Group within the School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS).

You will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of laboratory classes, including the preparation and maintenance of materials for undergraduate classes, ordering consumables and equipment for practical classes, and planning and testing of experiments before practical classes. Additionally, you will also support the HSRG research laboratories and assist in the efficient and safe operation of the activities. The role will see your time divided across the two complementary activities. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in the transition of the undergraduate student to a research program.

You will also ensure all Curtin's Health and Safety systems are adhered to, including developing Risk assessments (RA’s) and Safe work practices (SWP's).

Candidates also must have a level of fitness commensurate with this position.

To learn more about the role, please contact the Hiring manager 

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Please provide a cover letter addressing the criteria (noted below) and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Essential Criteria:

• A relevant degree qualification; or relevant trade post-trades certificate or advanced certificate and extensive relevant experience as a technician; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in the conduct of experiments and/or experience in the application and use of equipment and/or systems relevant to the discipline.
• Demonstrated oral communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and professionally with staff and students at all levels, as well as the ability to effectively communicate information and provide instruction to others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to ensuring Occupational Safety and Health practices and regulations are followed.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team as well as independently, with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated effective written communication skills with the ability to produce documents, correspondence, records, instructions and procedures which are clear, accurate and concise.
• Demonstrated commitment to participate in up skilling programs and professional development to ensure operational and technical knowledge is consistent with continuing developments in professional practice.

Previous experience in the higher education sector.

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Applications close: 5PM Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), Wednesday 21st February 2024.
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1) and quote the Job Reference.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.