• Provide high-level technical support across life sciences disciplines.
• Contribute to teaching, research, and compliance within a high-performing team.
• Part-time (0.3–0.6 FTE) ongoing appointment with flexible hours.
• Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
College Services delivers academic and technical support to UWA’s schools, enabling excellence in teaching and research. The Technical Services team supports a wide range of life sciences disciplines including gross anatomy, physiology, optometry, and sports science. The team contributes to high-quality learning outcomes through lab and fieldwork support, equipment maintenance, workshop design, and promoting a strong culture of safety and compliance.

About the opportunity

• Provide discipline-specific technical support to academic staff, students, and researchers.
• Set up, maintain, and optimise laboratory equipment, materials, and procedures.
• Support compliance with safety protocols, training, and regulatory documentation.

Working Pattern
This is a part-time role with variable hours across the year. The appointment will be 0.3 FTE for 18 weeks during off-peak periods and 0.6 FTE for 34 weeks during peak teaching periods. For 2026, peak teaching periods are expected to run from Monday, 2 February to Friday, 29 May, and again from Monday, 22 June to Friday, 23 October. Dates may vary slightly each year to align with UWA’s academic calendar.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Strong technical experience in a teaching or research environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach.
• Confident using IT systems including spreadsheets, databases, and online platforms.

Special Requirements

• Specified roster of working weeks in line with peak periods (discussed with line manager).
• This role involves physical tasks including lifting and manual handling.
• Some after-hours work may be required.

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To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Caroline Chi at [email protected].

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 Tuesday, 27 May 2025

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.