Gross Anatomy Facility -
School of Biomedical Sciences
2 x
Full-time
100%
, permanent positi
ons
Join a close-knit, supportive team where open communication, trust and mutual respect are central to how we work every day
Base salary will be in the range
$83,****** - $93,*****
0
+ 17% Superannuation (HE
W Level
5
)
Based at our
picturesque
St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity
The University is
seeking
motivated and conscientious
Anatomy Mortuary Technicians
, including an
Anatomy Mortuary Technician (Embalmer)
, to support teaching, learning and research activities involving human cadavers within the Gross Anatomy Facility (GAF).
These roles are central to the safe,
ethical
and effective operation of anatomy teaching spaces. Working as part of a close-knit technical team, you will collaborate with academic staff, students,
researchers
and external users in a agile and highly regulated environment where no two days are the same.
The
Anatomy Mortuary Technician (Embalmer)
role requires formal embalming qualifications and registration and will
be responsible for
undertaking embalming procedures. Applicants without embalming qualifications are encouraged to apply for the standard Anatomy Mortuary Technician role.
Above all, we
are looking for people who are
a solid
team
fit, individuals who communicate openly, support one another, and bring professionalism,
care
and emotional intelligence to their work.
The work hours for these positions are
Monday to Friday
from 9:30am – 5:30pm (or in some cases 6pm) with some weekend work
to support surgical training.
Key responsibilities will include:
Maintain the
organisation
,
cleanliness
and security of the Gross Anatomy Facility
Prepare and ensure the
timely
availability of teaching specimens for scheduled practical classes
Assist
with cadaver embalming, specimen preparation (including sectioning
)
and ongoing specimen care
Support staff and students to
comply with
Queensland occupational health and safety legislation and University OH&S; procedures
Undertake
general facility maintenance,
cleaning
and equipment upkeep
Prepare materials and facilities for external user groups, including outside normal business hours when
Provide
accurate
information on the quantity,
quality
and use of anatomical specimens
Assist
with




maintaining
risk assessments and associated databases within anatomy teaching facilities
Contribute to the effective day-to-day operation of the facility and support the GAF Manager as
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of
benefits and rewards
are available, such as:
Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
On campus childcare options
Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)
Salary packaging options
About You
A relevant qualification in mortuary practices, health, science or
a related
discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education
Demonstrated knowledge of human anatomy
Experience working in a mortuary, pathology
laboratory
or clinical environment
Willingness to
participate
in laboratory class preparation, including handling human anatomical specimens
Technical skills in dissection and/or embalming
(formal
embaling
qualifications and registration are
for the embalmer role)
Competent computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office




Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively
Ability to perform duties with care,
sensitivity
and professionalism
Strong time management skills and the ability to
prioritise
tasks effectively
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia,
qualifications
and
criminal history
checks. This
may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must
maintain
unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact
Andrew Veprek at
******
.
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at
******
,
stating
the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Resume
A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues.
We're
dedicated to
equity, diversity, and inclusion
, fostering an setting that mirrors our wider community.
We're
committed to attracting,
retaining
, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia's First Nations Peoples.
If you require an alternative method to
submit
your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact
******
.
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair,
equitable
and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face
additional
barriers and challenges which have
impacted
and/or continue to
impact
their career trajectory. Candidates who
don't
meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and
demonstrate
their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance
relative
to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close Thursday 26 February ****
at *****pm AEST (R-
*****
).

📌 Anatomy Mortuary Technicians (General & Embalmer) (Brisbane)
🏢 UQ College
📍 Brisbane