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- 90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
- 1 Moreton Parade, UniSC Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia, 4502
- Academic Support Unit
- Professional Level 4
- Casual
- Academic Support Unit, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs and Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie
- $48.82 per hour, plus up to 11.5% employer superannuation
- Two casual opportunities available
**The Opportunity**
In this role, you will be responsible for preparing solutions, aliquoting samples, labelling labware, setting up and dismantling practicals, restocking consumables, and cleaning equipment and lab fixtures. You will support method development, maintain laboratory equipment and facilities, ensure adherence to safety protocols, and uphold WHS compliance within the teaching laboratories.
**You will**:
- liaise with and assist Technicians (Science) to prepare and set up experiments for teaching activities within the laboratories and wet tutorial rooms;
- clean up and pack up completed experiments within the laboratories and wet tutorial rooms;
- routine housekeeping and maintenance of teaching equipment, laboratories and auxiliary facilities;
- prepare and maintain stock levels of simple, frequently used solutions;
- comply with WHS policies and procedures, including work instructions, safe handling and storage of chemicals, biologicals, waste and risk management; and
- contribute to a positive and safe work environment for you and others, by modelling and promoting conduct that is culturally capable, inclusive, respectful, and ethical.
**About you**:
Your dedication to exceptional client service, coupled with strong interpersonal and communication skills, will be crucial to your success. You will thrive in managing competing demands within a client-focused, fast-paced academic environment. Additionally, your ability to work both independently and collaboratively will help foster a positive and productive team atmosphere.
**To be successful you will possess**:
- completion of a relevant associate diploma;
- previous work experience in providing a range of technical/laboratory support in teaching and/or research activities; and
- working knowledge of and the ability to follow and comply with work instructions, policies, guidelines and legislation relevant to laboratory work health and safety requirements This includes practical experience with different laboratory waste streams.
**Contact**
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Sammie Goodwin
Team Leader, Science
Telephone:07 5459 4695
**Applications for this position close**midnight, Thursday, 6 March 2025.
- a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the requirements discussed in this advertisement.
**Working towards a better tomorrow**
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.
**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.