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• Join a team where your technical skills make a real impact
• Dynamic role supporting practical medical education in a collaborative environment
• Full time, ongoing role based in Hobart

About the opportunity

The School of Medicine which is part of the College of Health and Medicine. is appointing a Technical Officer to provide support for the practical component of courses taught by the School of Medicine. Technical officers provide a broad level of support within the team environment, including providing technical assistance across the teaching facilities of the School of Medicine.

The Professional team across the School campuses incorporates a wide range of administrative and support service functions in the form of technical support. The Technical Officer- Medicine will be required to build strong professional relationships with academics to deliver outcomes supporting learning and teaching. 

What you’ll do:

• Provide technical support by optimising set-up, conduct of experiments for practical teaching as directed.
• Instruct students on the correct and safe methods of operating specialised equipment and safe handling of biological specimens as required.
• Identify and coordinate material and equipment requirements for laboratory/teaching space practical classes.
• Provide support and assistance to the demonstrator and students during practical classes when required.
• Ensure efficient operations of the teaching laboratories and spaces maintaining equipment as needed.­

What we’re looking for:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree, with relevant laboratory experience, or a combination of equivalent qualifications, relevant training, knowledge and/or experience in biochemistry and microbiology.
• Experience providing support to health or lab-based teaching in a University setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrated high-level organisational and administrative skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, work under pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Demonstrated high level skills in a range of computer software applications.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 5 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $105,665 comprising base salary within the range of $ 80,869 to $90,312 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Justin Mayo, Team Leader Technical Services, Justin.Mayo@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 2680.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 501165 - Technical Officer.pdf

Applications close Wednesday, 9 July 2025, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.