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Closing: 19-Jan-2025
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 16-Dec-2024
- Closing Date: 19-Jan-2025
Location
- Launceston, Tasmania
Salary
- Total remuneration package of up to $113,029 comprising base salary within the range of $89,091 to $96,606 plus 17% superannuation.
Responsibilities
- Organise and manage day-to-day operations in research and teaching laboratories, and provide high levels of support services, including purchase, management and maintenance of consumables, chemicals and equipment.
- Provide oversight for hazardous substances and activities, maintaining excellent laboratory management practice, occupational hygiene and safety protocols in accordance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Coordinate and facilitate practical teaching activities at the Launceston campuses and relevant field areas, liaising with academic staff and stakeholders to ensure efficient planning and delivery of teaching programs.
- Provide a safe working environment for TIA staff and students, promote excellent laboratory practice and manage safety protocols, audits, operations in accordance with relevant UTAS and TIA regulations and guidelines.
- Undertake inductions and on-going training to staff and students in safe work practices relevant to the different workplaces, including PC2 and quarantine facilities.
- Provide expert advice and initiate corrective actions following concerns linked to laboratory operations.
- Assist the Operation Manager and Business Manager with strategic planning for laboratory and facility capability and requirements, capital funding submissions, asset register and laboratory budgeting.
Requirements
- Completion of a science degree or equivalent combination of skills, training and experience.
- Strong WHS knowledge and safe work systems management, including management of chemical and laboratory hazards.
- At least 5 years experience in providing technical laboratory support including experience in the development and implementation of risk assessments, safe working practices and standard operating protocols in a changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse and solve complex technical and non-technical problems and to adapt rapidly to changing priorities and tasks.
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of people and organisations and negotiate with senior representatives from internal and external organisations.
- Proven ability to supervise and manage staff and students to ensure a safe and efficient workplace.
- High level organisational skills and a demonstrated capacity to act independently within established guidelines, using discretion and sound judgement.
- Skills and experience using a range of computer packages, including word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email and internet packages.
Closing: 31-Dec-2024
Job Summary
Dates
- 30 May 2024 - Job Opening Date
- 31 December 2024 - Job Closing Date
Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of Construction Management post-graduate courses during 2024
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Construction Management or related field
- Industry experience in construction management or related fields
- Professional memberships in relevant associations
- Scholarly publications and professional development activities
- Interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits
- Casual rates apply
- Opportunity to work with a university focused on quality education and research
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening date: 29-04-2024
- Closing date: not available
Responsibilities
- Conduct inspections of all laboratories and other waste generating facilities on campus.
- Identify containment, segregation, storage, and labeling issues and implement corrective action (i.e., trays, complete labels).
- Maintain an inspection program for all Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA) and Main Accumulation Area (MAA) on campus.
- Post emergency response information and NFPA signage at appropriate areas.
- Inspect and place spill response equipment in each SAA and MAA.
- Classify routine hazardous waste streams (i.e., oil, organic solvents) for profiling.
- Establish and oversee management of universal waste, electronic waste and associated waste storage areas and shipments.
- Keep universal waste management plan current with most recent State regulations.
- Develop and conduct Universal Waste training for personnel involved in handling universal waste materials.
- Maintain inspection program for Universal Waste Storage Areas.
- Manage contract for the transport and disposal of biomedical waste from University facilities.
- Develop and conduct training for UNE employees for the proper packaging, handling and emergency protocols for biomedical waste.
- Perform annual review and update, if necessary, of the UNE Exposure Control Plan, which addresses the biomedical waste generated at the University.
- Implement a chemical purchasing and inventory program to comply with inventory requirements of the National Fire Protection Association, Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection and the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
- Maintain current database of all chemicals stored, used and disposed on the Biddeford and Portland campuses.
- Administer Chemical Inventory Management Software and train new system users.
- Assist in developing hazardous waste minimization goals and objectives and take lead in implementation of them.
- Keep a record of hazardous waste generated by departments and summarize on a semi-annual basis for purposes of hazardous waste minimization planning.
- Provide assistance to hazardous waste generators in identifying ways to eliminate or reduce waste.
- Conduct training programs for employees to meet awareness of function-specific work hazards and safety training requirements.
- Manage Surplus Materials storage, re-distribution, and/or disposal including identification of most beneficial use and/or destinations.
- Manage, in conjunction with Facilities Management, the University-wide recycling program. This recycling program is expected to be continually improved upon wherever economically and logistically feasible. It currently includes office paper, cardboard, batteries, redeemable bottles and cans.
- Work with students and student organizations as well as faculty organizations to maintain and improve the University-wide recycling program in residence halls and academic spaces.
- Provide support and coordinate activities of Environmental Management System Development Committee (titled UNE School-wide Environmental Awareness System).
- Coordinate and/or chair meetings, take minutes, document progress.
- Maintain an organized system for accessing manifests, waste profiles and Land Disposal Restriction forms, certificates of recycling and other required documents.
- Complete timely annual reports for the Maine Department of Environmental Protection: Tier II reports, due annually in March, record annual hazardous waste shipments. Toxic Use Reduction Reports, due July of even years, record the amount of hazardous waste reduction the University has achieved.
- Develop quarterly or periodic audit reports as well as cost-benefit analysis, timelines, metrics reports, justification for budget items, etc.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in biological/chemical science, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
- Additional training regarding hazardous waste management and laboratory chemical storage is preferred.
- Must be knowledgeable in the areas of laboratory safety, safe storage of chemicals and inspection procedures.
- Must be able to lift 5 to 10 pounds in order to conduct inventories and transport chemicals.
- Must be able to provide support in various buildings on both the Biddeford and Portland campuses.
- Valid Maine driver’s license.
- Experience with relational database management and/or chemical inventory management software is preferable.
Benefits
- UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits.
Notes
- Position Type: Professional Staff
- Faculty Track: missing
- Employment Status: Full Time
- Months: 12
- Campus: Biddeford, ME
- Open Until Filled: Yes
- Posting Number: 2022PS0411P
- COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 01-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: Not Available
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee controlled environments for research purposes.
- Implement and maintain standards for environmental controls in laboratory settings.
- Collaborate with researchers to understand their needs and provide technical support.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience with controlled environment systems and laboratory management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Access to professional development opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements.
Notes
- Internal Applicants Only.
- Full-Time, Fixed-Term Position for 4 Years.
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 01-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: Not Available
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the controlled environments within the institute.
- Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Develop and implement protocols for research activities.
- Collaborate with researchers to optimize use of controlled environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Experience in managing controlled environment facilities.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Benefits
- Full-time, fixed-term position for 4 years.
- Inclusive of superannuation and leave loading.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
Notes
- Internal Applicants Only
Technician (Laboratory)
University of the Sunshine Coast
90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
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Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: Not Available
Location
- 90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
Salary
- Level 4, $71,549 - $75,247 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Responsibilities
- Technical support in laboratory environments.
- Assist in the setup and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Conduct experiments and tests as required.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of laboratory activities.
Requirements
- Relevant qualification in a scientific or technical field.
- Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Benefits
- Full-time ongoing appointment.
- Opportunity to work in a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Contribute to education, research, and community engagement.
Notes
- This position is within the Academic Support Unit at UniSC.
- Applications are encouraged from individuals who are passionate about making a difference.