Senior Technical Officer, Biology

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 6 $89,012 - $96,126 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

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.

Who are we?

Deakin University stands as a beacon of educational excellence and innovation, nestled in the vibrant city of Melbourne and across Victoria. With a strong commitment to cutting-edge research and a diverse, global community, Deakin empowers students to shape their futures and embrace transformative learning experiences. Join us in this intellectual adventure and let Deakin's passion for learning and innovation inspire your own.
 

As a Senior Technical Officer, you will:

• Provide general knowledge of biology, anatomy, physiology, and dissection to manage and support the teaching and research facilities within the school.
• Utilise a broad technical understanding in laboratories to plan and oversee projects/activities to deliver sustainable outcomes and value within constraints of time, cost, and quality.
• Strive for excellence and consult regularly with staff/students/stakeholders to clarify who requires the information, the purpose for which it is required, criteria for success and where and when advice and recommendation is required.
• Provide ethical advice to staff/students/stakeholders that address underlying issues, promoting value-adding insights and recommendations.
• Challenge existing processes by formulating creative and inclusive alternative solutions and benefits.
• Plan and prioritise work and critical activities appropriately and recognise barriers to achieving outcomes, finds effective ways to deal with them and evaluate progress.

In a typical week, you will:

• Provide day-to-day management of biological laboratories and teaching spaces, including workflow organisation of practical class support.
• Ensure that laboratory equipment is maintained and operated to a safe and high standard, carry out minor repairs to equipment and coordinate with stakeholders within Deakin or outside service engineers as necessary including calibration and maintenance of a wide range of laboratory equipment.
• Ensure appropriate levels of laboratory stocks, equipment or materials are available to conduct teaching and research activities within the School, using relevant purchasing policies and processes
• Provide technical expertise and training to academics, technical staff, postgraduate and undergraduate students in the preparation of materials and operation of equipment for practical classes and the undertaking of research experiments

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 working in a laboratory environment, including operation of instrumentation, equipment repair and use, and laboratory safety 

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 David Gleadon, Technical Manager on 9246 8693 or via *************@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 2 April at 11.55pm.

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.