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About the Role

The Technical Assistant provides routine support to UNSW Medicine & Health researchers in regard to facilities, resources and general laboratory housekeeping at both on-campus and off campus locations within UNSW-managed facilities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in maintaining high laboratory standards, and thrives in a service-focused environment. You will contribute to the smooth operation of research facilities through equipment maintenance, laboratory support, media preparation, waste management, testing services, and logistics coordination.

Responsibilities

Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Faculty’s research laboratories under the guidance and direction of the Technical Team Leader.
Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure regular and systematic maintenance is carried out where required.
Ensure all equipment, instruments and glassware washing, autoclaving, disinfecting, and cleaning is conducted to a high standard and in accordance with directions.
Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including biomedical waste, in accordance with relevant processes, procedures and legislation.
Prepare media and solutions for purchase by all researchers across the University through UNSW Stores, as required.

Requirements

Completion of Year 10 or 12 and relevant experience, or completion of a Certificate or Associate Diploma in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently, including under direction when performing more complex tasks.
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to provide high level customer service to a wide range of stakeholders of various backgrounds and levels of seniority.
Possess a valid driver’s licence.
Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including pushing, pulling and moving equipment and materials of up to 10 kg.
Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia.

Skills

Equipment maintenance
Laboratory support
Media preparation
Waste management
Testing services
Logistics coordination

Location

Kensington, Sydney

Work Type

Continuing
Full-time

Experience Level

Relevant experience

Education Level

Completion of Year 10 or 12
Certificate
Associate Diploma

Salary/Compensations

$84,588 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading

Benefits

17% Superannuation and leave loading
Flexible working
Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
Access to lifelong learning and career development
Progressive HR practices

About the Company

UNSW Medicine is a national leader in learning teaching and research, with close affiliations to a number of Australia’s finest hospitals, research institutes and health care organisations.
The Medicine & Health Research Infrastructure and Operational Services (MEDRIOS) Team, led by the Research Infrastructure Manager, supports over 650 researchers across the UNSW Kensington, Randwick and St. George Clinical and Sutherland Campuses.
Research and technical support services are shared between buildings and off-campus UNSW-managed facilities to provide logistics support, effective laboratory infrastructure, equipment maintenance and media preparation services as part of the larger UNSW Biomedical Precinct.

Equal Opportunity

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.