Salary HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Responsibilities
Overseeing daily operational activities in the Food and Process Chemistry laboratories and other STEM spaces when needed.
Development and implementation of documentation such as SOPs, SWIs, and equipment registers.
Providing technical advice and training to users.
Collaborating with the Technical Coordinator to create induction and training materials.
Managing infrastructure and ensuring compliance with safety standards and legislative requirements.
Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Experience and knowledge in the routine operation, maintenance, and training of various pilot scale equipment or instruments, including Membrane filtration, freeze dryer, and UHT processing.
Proven knowledge and experience working within Food Science, Chemical Engineering laboratories/workspaces, Research or industry environments.
Proven laboratory manufacturing operations and maintenance experience, preferably in a teaching/research/industry environment.
Demonstrated understanding of current OH&S legislation with knowledge of other field or industry regulations or standards related to the field.
Proven initiative and problem-solving skills, highly organised, and the ability to work autonomously and in a team.
Demonstrated experience and understanding of working in accordance to the RMIT value statements or similar frameworks in other organisations.
A commitment to RMIT’s policies of supporting a diverse workplace along with zero tolerance towards harassment, bullying or discrimination in any form.
Benefits
Flexible Working Arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Supportive work environment
Notes
Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
Western Sydney UniversityWestern Sydney University, Parramatta South Campus
Closing date:
12-Sep-2024
Expired
Dates
Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 12-Sep-2024
Location
Western Sydney University, Parramatta South Campus
Salary
$94,265 to $106,603 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation + Leave Loading
Responsibilities
Operate a range of complex instrumentation in the Advanced Materials Characterisation Facility (AMCF).
Schedule the usage of facility resources for laboratory operations and instrumentation use.
Assist in laboratory procedures, including inventory management.
Advise and assist users in specimen preparation for imaging and analysis.
Instruct and train users on the operation of various instruments and related preparation equipment.
Provide direction in the use of specialised characterisation techniques to both internal and external researchers.
Generate revenue through fee-for-service by providing sample analysis to internal researchers, research students, external researchers, and industry clients.
Ensure compliance with all WHS policies.
Assist in preparing risk assessments and standard operating procedures for the use of chemicals and AMCF equipment.
Requirements
Hold a degree in chemistry, biological, physical, or materials science.
Experience with materials characterisation instrumentation and post-processing software.
Familiarity with microscopy, microanalysis, and spectroscopy techniques such as XRD, microCT, FTIR, or Raman spectroscopy.
Ability to use initiative in solving technical problems and adapt procedures as required.
Demonstrated aptitude in using scientific software packages and ability to learn new systems.
Strong team player with the ability to liaise effectively with students and staff at all levels.
Benefits
Full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months.
Opportunity to support cutting-edge research and enhance the commercial potential of the facility.
Notes
Only applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
Working rights in Australia must be provided at the time of application.
Level 5 - $77,142 to $84,218 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
Responsibilities
Perform all aspects of animal care including daily welfare checks.
Manufacture cattle feed rations and feed them out.
Assist the veterinarian with the administration of animal health treatments.
Provide advice, demonstrations, and training to users of intensive livestock facilities.
Ensure all livestock operations are performed safely and in accordance with workplace health and safety and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience in operating, maintaining, supporting and upgrading intensive livestock equipment, systems and software.
Understanding of relevant legislation, standards and best practices applicable to intensive livestock systems.
High quality interpersonal, communication and organisational skills to effectively engage with internal and external collaborators and other stakeholders.
Current NSW C class drivers licence.
Benefits
Professional development opportunities.
Enjoy salary packaging and sacrifice options.
Access to sporting facilities (pool, tennis courts, fields) and car parking on campuses.
Onsite childcare facilities.
Notes
This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.
A pre-employment functional screening may be required.
