• Sustainable Minerals Institute / Centre for Mined Land Rehabilitation
• Part-time (80%), fixed-term position for up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension
• Base salary will be in the range $91,658.60 - $98,330.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The Advanced Laboratory Coordinator provides specialist technical support and subject matter expertise in support of high-quality operation of the Sustainable Minerals Institute's Environmental Laboratory.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide technical laboratory support and advise on methods, equipment, quality assurance, risk assessment, and waste management.
• Assist with training and supervising researchers and students.
• Prepare, set up, clear away, and/or dispose of chemicals, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Troubleshoot issues with experiments and equipment.
• Guide and support students, researchers, and technical staff in projects, testing, and training.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping, waste disposal, sample storage, and chemical inventory management.
• Maintain knowledge of laboratory methodologies and equipment, develop and analyse testing procedures, and perform experiments and generate reports.
• Maintain, service, repair, and calibrate laboratory equipment, and assist with preparation for external site work.
• Ensure high standards of occupational health and safety, including risk analysis/mitigation, inductions, supervision, equipment training registers, inventory administration, and reporting/investigating injuries, incidents, and hazards.
• Monitor compliance with University laboratory requirements, support audit processes and quarantine procedures, and ensure safe design principles are applied to laboratory activities and equipment.
• Coordinate equipment requests, maintain consumables, manage inventory, ensure audit and maintenance schedules are met, contribute to budget planning and procurement, supervise casual staff, and liaise with clients.
• Develop and maintain undergraduate laboratory experiments with academic staff, including class preparation, new practicals, and tutor training; assist with distribution and administration of teaching related materials.
• Assist with preparations for and participate in outreach activities, information sessions, and workshops for schools and external organisations.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Completion of a relevant degree in applied chemistry (e.g., soil chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry) with experience in processing environmental samples and managing analytical laboratory facilities.
• Demonstrated laboratory knowledge and skills encompassing a range of laboratory equipment relevant to soil, plant and water analysis
• Knowledge of relevant courses and programs of study plus an understanding of the range of research activities performed in the SMI's Environmental Laboratory, or the capability to quickly acquire such knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge of ICP-OES use and maintenance
• Expertise in applying sample preparation procedures for chemical analysis of environmental samples (including soil/tailings, plant, and water) and analytical tools/methods.
• Significant experience of working in dynamic research laboratories with a range of competency levels of laboratory users, particularly postgraduates.
• Advanced technical capabilities in setting up bench-top experiments for soil, plant, and water research.
• Detailed knowledge of legislative requirements and operating procedures for major areas of laboratory safety such as quarantine procedures, waste disposal, labelling, and risk assessment.
• Relevant experience in a laboratory role, preferably in an environmental analysis laboratory environment at a university or similar educational setting, or the capability to quickly acquire this knowledge and apply in the workplace

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Peter Erskine [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Monday 26 May at 11:00pm AEST (R-51054). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Friday 30 May.