• Join a collaborative team in a rewarding technical support role, providing specialist expertise in the Life Sciences Platform, with a key focus on Sports Science at UWA’s Crawley campus.
• Initially part-time (0.6 FTE) fixed-term appointment from 20 January to 23 February 2025, increasing to full-time (1.0 FTE) during semester peak periods (24 February to 9 May 2025).
• Base salary range: $74,450 – $79,085 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
College Services at UWA provides academic administration and technical support services to the University's schools, with a strong focus on innovation and the delivery of best practice. The Technical Services team within College Services collaborates with academic staff to support teaching and research, including laboratory management, fieldwork support, and equipment stewardship, ensuring a high-performance and safe environment.

About the opportunity

• Provide technical expertise and hands-on support for teaching and research activities, with a focus on Sports Science within Life Sciences applied training facilities.
• Maintain laboratory environments, ensuring records, resources, and equipment are well-maintained and available for teaching and research.
• Promote and ensure adherence to UWA's safe systems of work, meeting all regulatory compliance requirements.

This position is 0.6 FTE during the off-peak periods, and 1.0 FTE during the peak Semester 1 periods (24 Feb to 9 May 2025).

About you

• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent competency, with extensive relevant experience in a technical or laboratory environment.
• Applied technical expertise and safety knowledge in the fields of Physiology and Sports Science.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in computing skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and online systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a proactive and supportive team environment.

Special requirements

• Able to fit the physical requirements of the position
• Some after-hours work may be required

Position description:  Technical Assistant (518544).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Chi, Scientific Officer (Life Sciences), at caroline.chi@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 31 October 2024

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

For queries, contact the person named in the ad or the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au, including the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.