Technical Services Officer

Classification: ANU Officer Grade 4/5 (Technical)
Salary package: $71,854 - $86,545 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Fixed Term, Part Time (up to 9 months)

Working at ANU
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We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities .

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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here . We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

The Position
The Research School of Biology (RSB) carries out research and teaching in a wide range of biological and biomedical sciences, and is housed in multiple buildings on the main Acton campus. The School is seeking an experienced technician to support the Ecology & Evolution Division within RSB. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of animal care facilities and provision of daily husbandry, will assist in the preparation of risk assessments and safe work procedures, and provide additional technical support as required.

The Person
We are looking for a qualified Technical Officer with prior experience in the management of animal care facilities and day-to-day husbandry, and experience or willingness to assist in the preparation of risk assessments and safe work procedures. Demonstrated ability to communicate and liaise across the school at all levels, and to manage and maintain records. Proactive with abundant initiative and genuine willingness to learn new skills.

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Biology here .

For more information about the position please contact Nicola Aitken on T: +61 2 6125 4248 E: [email protected]

To Apply
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a one-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates may be asked to undertake an interview.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: [email protected] . Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. 

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.