The University of Melbourne, Victoria University of Melbourne
Job no: 0029391
Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Hospital Based
Division/Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Otoloaryngology
Salary: $60,008 – $66,256 per annum
Role & Superannuation rate: Professional – Part time (0.7 FTE) – 17% super
Founded in 1853, the University of Melbourne is Australia’s #1 university and is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.
About the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences
The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences has an enviable research record and is the University of Melbourne’s largest faculty in terms of management of financial resources, employment of academic and professional staff, teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate (including research higher degree) students and the conduct of basic and applied research. The Faculty’s annual revenue is $630m with approximately 55% of this income related to research activities.
About the Role
This position in the Biological Research Centre (BRC) of the Department of Otolaryngology provides support for biological studies within the department and affiliated research institutes. The incumbent works as part of a small team and provides assistance to research scientists. The position requires excellent teamwork skills and attention to detail. Working with multiple species, this position provides the opportunity to broaden your skills base and appropriate training is provided as necessary.
In a typical week at work, you may:
- order and monitor the animal care supplies, chemical supplies, and office supplies;
- be responsible for the daily care, cleaning, maintenance and husbandry under the direction of the BRC Coordinator and BRC Senior Animal Technician; and
- comply with all applicable regulations, policies, standards, and guidelines for the humane care of animals used under scientific purposes.
About You
You will be able to display initiative and practical problem-solving skills in your daily duties, and have excellent interpersonal skills that allow you to effectively work as a part of a team. You will be able to maintain accurate and legible records, and have intermediate computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite.
Ideally, you will further have:
- Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent)
- Demonstrated skills and experience in animal handling techniques
- Knowledge of all relevant codes and practices
Benefits of Working with Us
In addition to having the opportunity to grow, be challenged, and to be part of a vibrant campus life, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits:
- Flexible working arrangements and generous personal, parental and cultural leave
- Competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loading
- Free and subsidised health and wellbeing services, and access to fitness and cultural clubs
- Discounts on a wide range of products and services including Myki cards and Qantas Club
- Career development opportunities and 25% off graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
To find out more, please visit https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits.
Be Yourself
At UoM, we value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community, and we encourage and celebrate diversity. Indigenous Australians, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for our roles. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please submit your application including a brief cover letter, your resume and your responses against the selection criteria* (found in the Position Description) for the role.
*For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Should you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at hr-talent@unimelb.edu.au.
Due to the impacts of COVID-19, we are currently prioritising applications with current valid working rights in Australia and candidates who are not affected by travel restrictions. Please see the latest updates to Australia's immigration and border arrangements: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/
Source: Uniting News