Griffith University is a progressive, values-led university dedicated to learning, leadership, and innovation. This is your chance to help us achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.
Since opening in 1975, Griffith has grown from one campus and 451 students to become a comprehensive, multi-campus institution, with 50,000 students and more than 200,000 graduates.
The School of Environment and Science is a foundation School of Griffith University within the Sciences Group offering innovative and quality science education. We offer a wide range of pioneering degree programs for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies including Environmental Science, Marine Science, Forensic Science, Biomedical Science, Medical Science (pre-medicine program) as well as a comprehensive Bachelor of Science.
The School is currently looking for a Graduate Technical Officer to support undergraduate teaching in the School’s Gold Coast teaching laboratories.
As a member of the Gold Coast technical team, the Graduate Technical Officer will learn practical and analytical techniques, scientific application, and laboratory and field work practices. While the position will be primarily supporting teaching activities, there is potential for expansion into community engagement and research support as you become more experienced in the role.
The role also includes the upkeep of laboratory documentation, risk assessing work practices and processes, and scientific document writing.
What we can offer
This is a fixed term (36 months), full time position and based on the Gold Coast campus.
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 5 range $74,016 - $83,033 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $86,599 - $97,149 per annum.
To be successful in the role, you will have highly developed communication, interpersonal, organisational and administrative skills. You must have completed your degree within the past 12 months in a relevant field and hold a current C class drivers licence. The ideal candidate will also have a strong desire to support health and safety initiatives.
Additional Information
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:
- salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
- generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
- support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.
How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:
- A covering statement outlining your suitability for the role referring to the Qualifications listed above and the position description.
- Current curriculum vitae, including name and contact details.
Click here to view the position description.
For further information about this role, please contact Mr Ryan Stewart, Technical Manager- Gold Coast, on (07) 55529481 or ryan.stewart@griffith.edu.au.
For application and recruitment advice, please contact Jake Barwick, Talent Acquisition Partner, j.barwick@griffith.edu.au.
For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011.
Closing date: Wednesday 24th May at 5 pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
