• The School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences
• Part-time 23.5 hours per week (0.65 FTE), permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range of $66,262.71 - $72,935.83 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 3)
• Based at our St Lucia campus location

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Technical Assistant to join our team in supporting laboratory-based teaching activities within the School. Working under general direction, you will contribute to the smooth running of practical classes by maintaining clean and well-organised teaching laboratories, managing waste disposal, and ensuring the consistent supply of consumables and clean glassware.

You will also support operations in the School's central glassware and autoclaving facility. While core tasks are outlined, flexibility is required to adapt to daily operational needs and priorities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Maintain good communication with the Scientific Officers and Laboratory Coordinators in weekly planning meetings and on a daily basis.
• Carry out waste disposal from the teaching laboratories daily including preparation of clinical waste for autoclaving.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure that the preparation and teaching laboratories are supplied with general consumables and other items for staff and student use and replenish from consumables in storage including filling and autoclaving pipette tip boxes.
• Monitor general consumables in storage and notify the Scientific Officers when stocks are running low.
• Assist Scientific Officers to receive/collect orders. Unpack, distribute and put into storage. Dispose of packaging.
• Collect, wash, dry and re-stock glassware for preparation and teaching laboratories.
• Prior to the start of semester, carry out a general clean of the undergraduate teaching laboratories with particular emphasis on cleaning benches, sinks and whiteboards.
• Organize the supply of tutor and student lab coats. Arrange for laundering of lab coats.

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 (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Certificate III in Laboratory Skills or completion of grade 12 plus workplace experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in scientific laboratory support duties, safety and compliance.
• Working knowledge of scientific glassware washing and sterilisation procedures.
• Experience in the general operation of autoclaves
• Self-motivated and ability to prioritise workload; to work with a high level of adaptability, flexibility and cooperation as part of a team.
• Ability to follow set procedures and maintain high standards
• Computer and database literacy skills including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Inter-personal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Excellent time management and organization, including prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Strong focus on customer service.
• Current first aid qualification or willingness to undertake first aid training.

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

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mariza Vos via [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 9 June 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-51801). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week of 16 June 2025.