Technical Officer – Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Laboratory Technician, Research Infrastructure, Clinical/Medical Research

The Opportunity

• Brand new biomedical research facility
• Full-time (35 hours week) | 2-year fixed term contract
• $96,960 - $103,434+ 17% super + leave loading (3.5% increase from July 2024)

The Integrated Acute Services Building (IASB), located in the Prince of Wales Hospital at Randwick, forms part of the Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct , supporting health research and education. The IASB wet labs are managed as a centralised research support facility through the UNSW Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre .

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, Integrated Acute Services Building (IASB), you’ll provide technical and administrative support for the effective operation of new multiuser PC2/PC3 wet lab facilities in the IASB. This position will contribute to the overall operations of the IASB laboratories, including general laboratory housekeeping, waste management, user inductions and training and stakeholder engagement.

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to UNSW benefits including:

• Flexible working
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements 
• Affordable parking on campus  

About the successful applicant:

You have a relevant tertiary qualification in biological/biomedical science or related discipline and or relevant experience and can demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Experience and an understanding of the requirements around laboratory operations such as AS 2243.1 and OGTR certification.
• Working with a range of computer systems and applications, such as Laboratory Information Management Systems and Safety Management Systems.
• Time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

To apply: If supporting research in a new PC2 laboratory is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter, addressing the Skills and Experience required in the Position Description.

Applications close: 11:55pm, Sunday 23rd June 2024

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

Advertised:07 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:23 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time