Scientific Officer -Simulation And Practical Experience (Physiotherapy)

Griffith University is a progressive, values-led university dedicated to learning, leadership, and innovation. This is your chance to help us achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.

Technical Partners provides a range of support services, delivered through business partnering and the provision of specialist technical support with our teams. We work closely with academic colleagues and senior managers to spotlight partnering with Schools, Research Groups, and other stakeholders within Griffith Health and to meet strategic and operational technical support priorities across Griffith Health.

We are currently recruiting for a Scientific Officer to assist the University in ensuring the delivery of high-quality practical laboratory teaching activities across Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy within the School of Health Sciences & Social Work and the Health Group collectively.

This position will be responsible for the preparation, set-up and pack down of material and equipment for practical classes, ordering equipment and consumables, maintaining inventories, compliance with Health and Safety protocols and will contribute to the maintenance and operation of instrumentation, laboratories and supporting facilities.

The Scientific Officer is a fast-paced role which offers a high degree of variation in daily tasks and responsibilities. We’re looking for a proactive individual with the ability to conduct self-directed learning and development practices that will contribute to a successful student Practical Experience. Under the supervision of the Team Leader, Simulation and Practical Experience, you will work closely with the Simulation Officers and Technical Officers to become part of a dynamic team. This is a collaborative Professional (non-Academic) position where you will engage with academic colleagues and other professional staff as well as students.

What we offer 
This is a continuing, full-time position and is primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan Campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW5 range $76,236 - $85,525 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $89,196 - $100,064 per annum.

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive attitude to assist in classroom learning. You will also have, but not limited to:

• Completed a relevant Health based degree with subsequent experience in successfully providing technical support to health sciences or similar Allied Health working environment.
• Experience in supporting learning and teaching practical activities in Physiotherapy or another Health related discipline in a higher education environment would be highly regarded.
• Developed critical thinking skills, highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Strong Health and Safety compliance acumen within specialised teaching environments. 
• Excellent communication and a collaborative attitude with a desire to work in a strong team culture.
• Experience using Microsoft 365, including Teams & SharePoint platforms.
• Ability to handle direction and work autonomously, readily adaptable to changing work requirements and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:

• salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role referring to the Qualifications listed above and the position description.
• Current curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.

Click here to view the Position Description.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Caz Young, Technical Manager, simulation and Practical Experience, *********@griffith.edu.au

For application support, please contact People Services on 07 3735 4***, quoting REF4786B.

Closing date: Sunday, 28th April 2024 at 5pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.