Careers at UniSC

• Academic Support Unit, UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level 5, $80,236 - $90,420 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hrs per week), ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

Join UniSC and play a key role in supporting hands-on science education! As a technician, you'll collaborate with academic staff to prepare teaching materials and laboratories, ensuring seamless delivery of practical, lab-based courses in animal and environmental sciences. From setting up and maintaining lab equipment to developing new techniques and ensuring WH&S compliance, you'll be instrumental in creating an engaging and well-resourced learning environment. If you’re passionate about science education and laboratory operations, we’d love to hear from you!

You will

• provide technical support and expertise to a range of undergraduate laboratory-based teaching programs including animal and environmental-focused courses in order to facilitate a quality practical experience and ensure students’ successful completion of all learning objectives and outcomes;
• Contribute to method development and problem solving of standard procedures, assisting in the development and implementation of new techniques within the teaching laboratories; and
• Contribute to the safe working practices within the teaching laboratories and auxiliary facilities, including compliance with risk and waste management systems, and the routine maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment.

About you

You are an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to engage effectively with diverse individuals while fostering a positive work environment. Your exceptional organisational and time management abilities allow you to navigate conflicting demands in a fast-paced, client-focused academic setting. Adaptable and detail-oriented, you thrive in dynamic environments, ensuring efficiency and seamless operations.

You will possess:

• Completion of a relevant degree or a combination of relevant experience and education/training may also be considered;
• Previous work experience in providing a broad range of technical support in animal and environmental sciences, teaching and/or research activities, including preparing reagents and solutions, operating standard laboratory equipment and conducting routine laboratory tests and procedures in a relevant discipline;
• Working knowledge of and the ability to follow and comply with work instructions, policies, guidelines and legislation relevant to laboratory technical services including work health and safety requirements, practical experience with different laboratory waste streams, and risk management/assessment procedures;
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to general teaching laboratory support including the ability to analyse results of experimental trail runs, conduct quality checks on methods and investigate experimental protocols that do not give the anticipated results; and
• A current class ‘C’ Drivers Licence.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  493173 - Technician (Science) L5.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 9 April 2025

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Dr Sammie Goodwin
Team Leader, Science
Telephone:07 5459 4695
Email: sgoodwin@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.