Laboratory Technician (General Teaching Support)Position Number: 0065104Location: ParkvilleRole type: Full-time; Fixed-term to 30 September 2025Faculty: ScienceDepartment/School: School of BioSciencesSalary: UOM 4 $76,901 - $81,615 p.a. plus 17% superAbout the RoleAs a Laboratory Technician in the School of BioSciences, you will play a key role in supporting the undergraduate practical teaching program. Primarily based in the First Year Biology laboratories, you will be responsible for preparing and maintaining practical classes across various subject areas, including botany, ecology, genetics, and zoology. This role ensures the smooth operation of teaching laboratories, contributing to an engaging and hands-on learning experience for students.Your responsibilities will include:Providing support by preparing and setting up materials and experiments for all subjects across the teaching laboratories;Packing up and dismantling experiments and demonstrations, including the disposal of by-products and waste in accordance with appropriate health, safety, environmental and other relevant regulations;Assisting with day-to-day duties including but not limited to record keeping and maintaining equipment bookings; ensuring consumables are stocked and available for the required activities and are correctly stored;Attending laboratory classes and other teaching to be on hand to assist students, demonstrators and academic staff and to assist with non-functional equipment during classes;Who We Are Looking ForYou are a skilled technician with a strong background in biological sciences, passionate about supporting practical education and research across multiple disciplines within biosciences.You will also have:A degree in Science or Applied Science (BioSciences);Demonstrated understanding of laboratory techniques relevant to the biological laboratory, e.g., preparation of media and chemical solutions; sterilisation; molecular biology and microbiology techniques;Understanding and experience of laboratory safety practices and procedures;Good organisational skills including time management and an ability to prioritise work in a busy environment with competing demands;Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated commitment to providing excellent client service;This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn''t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experienceThe responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Anna Gradoboeva via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.Advertised: 17 Feb 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Laboratory Technician (General Teaching Support)