• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 6 $92,573 - $99,972 + 17% Superannuation
  
  

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

As a Senior Technical Officer, Biology, you will:

• Manage Laboratories: Oversee daily operations of biological labs and teaching spaces, including workflow organization and practical class support.
• Engage in Teaching and Research: Collaborate with academic staff to provide specialist knowledge, trial processes, and train on equipment relevant to biology and physiology.
• Maintain Equipment: Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained to high safety standards, perform minor repairs, and coordinate with engineers for calibration and maintenance.
• Manage Supplies: Ensure sufficient levels of laboratory stocks and materials for teaching and research, adhering to purchasing policies.
• Coordinate Resources: Oversee resource allocation and timetabling in labs or field stations, liaising with students, staff, and researchers.
• Ensure Safety and Compliance: Implement and enforce University safety and risk management policies, including maintaining chemical inventories and conducting risk assessments.
        

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A Degree in Biology/Science (or related field) with subsequent relevant experience; or
• Extensive experience and specialist knowledge (including dissection skills) or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields or, an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders clients and/or students.
• Experience in Physiology and Anatomy is highly desirable.

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience. 

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Cuong Huynh (Technical Services Coordinator) on 03 9244 6395 or via cuong.huynh@deakin.edu.au  

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD - Senior Technical Officer, Biology.pdf

Applications for this position close on Sunday 6^th October 2024

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.