Technical Officer

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full Time (Commencing early January 2025)
• School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $92,833 to $104,427 pa (including salary of $78,446 to $88,243 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences proudly delivers a versatile range of science and health related courses.  All courses are taught by enthusiastic staff with extensive industry experience, expertise in research, teaching and consulting in their areas of interest.  We aim to provide an educational experience to our students that is second to none.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Officer to join our active School. In this role, you will assist with providing a wide range of technical support services to school-based laboratory teaching and research activities across biological, biomedical, allied health and chemical sciences.

You will offer support and guidance to staff and students, aiding in the utilisation of laboratory equipment and facilities, and providing practical training in laboratory procedures. You will manage purchasing, oversee lab setup and maintenance, contribute to process improvements, and ensure health and safety compliance in labs.

We are seeking a proactive professional with excellent communication skills to join our dynamic team. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey in laboratory support, apply now! Be a part of our mission to shape the future of healthcare education.

Be Rewarded

• 6 weeks annual leave 
• Generous carers and parental leave 
• 17% superannuation (with a choice of joining an award-winning superfund
• Flexible and inclusive work / life balance
• Fantastic staff professional / career development opportunities
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Position Requirements

• Completion of a degree; or diploma level qualification with relevant work experience; or an equivalent relevant experience or combination of relevant experience and education/training.
• Proficiency in providing specialised technical support, managing facilities, and equipment across science disciplines, in alignment with Australian standards.
• Demonstrated commitment and knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety requirements and demonstrated ability to work in compliance with OHS provisions.
• Proven communication skills with ability to communicate professionally with people from all backgrounds.
• Current C class driver’s licence.
• The span of hours for this role is Monday to Sunday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., as specified in Clause 14.3 of the CQUniversity Enterprise Agreement. This span of hours is designed to accommodate technical and laboratory support during residential school block periods, which includes weekends.  The applicable penalty rates apply as outlined in the Enterprise Agreement.

The University's position on the COVID-19 vaccination is that we will comply with the relevant State Government Directives at the time. In clinical/health related positions, you may be required to attend a setting/venue/clinical space where it is a requirement of entry for you to hold the COVID-19 vaccination.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 10 November 2024. 

Job Requisition ID: 5218

Contact Details: 

Judy Couper

07 4923 2028

j.couper@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.