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• Provide technical assistance across the teaching facilities
• Ensure compliant Work Health & Safety standards are maintained in practical classes
• Part time (0.4FTE), fixed-term role (6 months with possibility of extension dependent on funding), based in Burnie

About the opportunity

The position will provide technical teaching support to staff and students completing practicals and workshops primarily in the School of Medicine and may be required to support wider discipline offerings, delivered on the Cradle Coast campus. This position plays a key role in the delivery of quality learning and teaching to enhance the student experience and graduate outcomes.

 What you’ll do:

• Provide technical support for practical classes as required, including instructing students on correct and safe collecting and handling of biological specimens or chemicals.
• Coordinate the set‑up, operation and pack‑down of teaching spaces, including preparation, testing and maintenance of equipment as directed.
• Ensure safe cleaning, storage and disposal of chemicals, biological materials and specimens before and after practical classes, in accordance with WH&S requirements.
• Support with other teaching programs delivered by Health to enable smooth delivery of classes where directed.
• Assist in maintaining Work Health & Safety during practical classes and preparation and WH&S processes.

­What we’re looking for:

• Relevant experience, or a combination of equivalent qualifications, relevant training and experience working in biomedical labs.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a team member, provide responsible innovation in task delivery and effectively manage workload and priorities.
• Administrative experience and ability to improve administrative systems, processes, policies, and procedures and experience in the use of complex databases.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective and outcome-focused partnerships with external stakeholders.
• High-level organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines, work under pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Working with Vulnerable People registration (or ability to obtain).

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 4 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $91,488 pro rata comprising base salary within the range of $73,814 to $78,195 pro rata 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 profile.
• For further information about this position, please contact Mandhi Allen, Laboratory Operations Lead at mandhi.allen@utas.edu.au or on 03 6324 3411.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 503156 - Technical Officer.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 24 May 2026, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.