Technical Officer

• An opportunity to support students and researchers in biological analysis and drug discovery

• Full time, continuing position

• Base Salary $95,860 - $103,341 + 17% superannuation  

About the opportunity

Sydney Analytical is the largest facility of its kind in Australia, with new leading-edge equipment for vibrational and X-ray spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, X-ray and light scattering, drug discovery and magnetic resonance, and providing expert technical guidance to support researchers as they address their most challenging research priorities.

They are now looking for a Technical Officer to join their tightly knit, vibrant team of academic and professional staff. As a Technical Officer, you will be responsible for providing research assistance and technical support to staff, students and researchers in the drug discovery laboratory facilities.

Due to the nature of this opportunity, the successful applicant will be required to work onsite full time.

Reporting to the Facility Manager, Drug Discovery, your key responsibilities will be to:

• support research activities within the Sydney Analytical Drug Discovery laboratories, primarily in the areas of protein production and characterisation as well as protein crystallography where required

• support the day-to-day operational aspects of Sydney Analytical Drug Discovery laboratories

• assist with technical enquiries from staff, liaising with suppliers or company representatives as required

• oversee equipment maintenance schedules, as well as equipment repair and installation

• coordinate ordering of laboratory consumables and purchasing and installation of equipment

• ensure the laboratory is properly maintained and compliant with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

About you

• tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as the life, biological or biomedical sciences

• practical experience in the areas of bacterial protein expression and purification, as well as in protein characterisation techniques (additional experience in insect or mammalian expression highly desirable)

• experience in protein crystallography desirable

• working experience in administrative areas of research support

• excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting facility staff in the maintenance of specialised equipment

• a working knowledge of safety regulations and experience in implementing safety procedures in a multiuser environment

• advanced computer skills, including storing research data and using electronic lab notebooks. 

Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Strong, Recruitment Operations by email *************@sydney.edu.au

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