Description:
Description Laboratory Officer, School of Health Sciences
Fremantle Campus
Full-time, Continuing contract
- Rewarding Opportunity
- Friendly and Collaborative environment
- $77,437 - $86,102 pa (Level 5) + 14.25% superannuation
About the university
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.
About the office
The School of Health Sciences offers an extensive range of quality accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to engage students from learning opportunities in class through to professional workplace experience. Our School is distinctive for its teaching culture, delivery of quality contemporary education and its pastoral care mission. We are able to do this through the dynamic learning experiences made possible by the teaching staff, the collaborative and strong external partnerships with industry and engagement with alumni and the community. Our courses are delivered by experienced clinicians and academics ensuring materials and content are evidence based, contemporary and future focused.
About the role
- Provide technical operations support to academic staff, researchers, and students during practical sessions and experiments.
- Demonstrate proper operating techniques for laboratory equipment and assist with technical instructions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions to ensure smooth laboratory operations.
- Advise and assist Academic, Research staff and (HDR) students with equipment needs
- Supervise technical projects for small groups, dissertation projects and small workshop classes
- Maintain detailed laboratory resource statements, preparation notes and ensure that laboratories are prepared for school activities
- Manage calibration, maintenance and ensure equipment is safe, functional and ready use
- Maintain accurate records of inventory, equipment conditions, maintenance schedules, and safety procedures.
- Maintain safety documentation, including risk assessments, safety audits, and standard operating procedures.
- Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation for audits, assessments, and compliance checks.
- Organise with internal and external agencies to service specialised equipment
- Liaise with external agencies and suppliers for the ordering and receiving laboratory materials and equipment as required by utilising the university financial system
- Implement new safety procedures and advise staff and students when required
- Collaborate effectively with academic and professional staff to meet the needs of teaching, research, and student learning.
- Work as part of a team to support the smooth operation of laboratory services and the delivery of the curriculum as well as Actively participates in team meetings through sharing ideas and contributing to discussions
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory practices, processes, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay updated with advancements in laboratory technologies and techniques, incorporating relevant updates into laboratory operations.
- Comply with all other reasonable training and duties as identified by the line manager (or delegate).
- Comply with University policies and procedures in all aspects of their work and conduct.
- Relevant tertiary degree or a qualification such as an advanced diploma with at least 1 year of relevant experience, a diploma with 2 years of experience, a Certificate IV with extensive experience, a post-trades certificate with more than 2 years of experience as a technician, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven laboratory experience, preferably in tertiary or higher education sectors.
- In-depth knowledge of laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols, with experience demonstrating and using equipment in a learning environment.
- Experience in the operation and demonstration of equipment in a learning and teaching environment
- Demonstrated experience maintaining equipment inventory including its servicing
- Excellent operational, organisational and administration skills including the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
- Proven record of preparing high quality documentation and reporting.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for liaising with staff, students, and suppliers along with proven experience in preparing high-quality, accurate documentation
- Proven problem-solving abilities to address technical issues and ensure safe laboratory practices.
- High level of competency in various software packages including Microsoft Office Suite, student administration systems, with the ability to learn and implement new systems
- Ability to collaborate across multifunctional teams, providing a high level and responsive service
- Attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement of laboratory processes and practices, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
Benefits
- Training and development opportunities
- Join the University supporting its students and staff to achieve their career goals – in a personal and positive environment
- Fast paced environment with opportunity for professional growth
How to apply
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications closing date: 18 March 2025
For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame
Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.
Contact us
Please direct your queries regarding this role to Janette Tam, [email protected]
Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.