Technical Officer (Natural, Agricultural and Social Sciences)

Job no:507874
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Technical/Laboratory support

• Full-time, ongoing appointment
• Salary range: Level 5, $72,531 - $80,391 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University. 

About the team  

This position sits with the team that underpins training and learning across the broad Field of Education of “Natural, Agricultural and Social Sciences” and may include disciplines such as animal biology, plant biology, archaeology, geography and the characterisation/analysis of environmental materials, including the curation of associated resources. This team supports teaching both on and off campus activities which may include fieldwork.

About the opportunity  

You will be responsible for providing a high level of discipline specific technical support to academics, technical staff and students for various practical activities and research productivity. Primarily you will facilitate activities in the fields of Agricultural and Environmental Science with scope to assist other areas within the larger team as required. You will be expected to demonstrate best practise for working in laboratory and field settings.

This role may be required to attend field trips, which could incorporate overnight stays.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency
• Substantial relevant technical experience associated with agricultural and/or environmental science at an appropriate level
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory, fieldwork and workshop safety.  This may include but is not limited to; biological, chemical, electrical, compressed gases and cryogenic materials
• Experience in implementing a range of policies and procedures to support teaching and research from a technical and scientific perspective
• Highly developed organisation skills with demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team
• Ability to operate 4WD vehicles and commercial vessels (desirable)

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. Please see the position description prior to applying:   L5 Technical Officer PD.pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria  

Closing date: 11:55PM Wednesday, January 5 2022  

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    

Advertised:17 Dec 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:05 Jan 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time