We are looking for an experienced Technical Assistant to join our incredible team at The University of Western Australia in Crawley 6009, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Technical Assistant is a terrific opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in leadership, cooperation and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Technical Assistant at The University of Western Australia today!

- Opportunity exists for an experienced technical assistant within the Materials and Environment Analysis Platform to conduct and assist with nutrient and elemental analysis in a broad range of materials
- Full time, ongoing appointment
- Base salary range: Level 4 $68,640 – $72,913 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The team is committed to providing effective and efficient services in support of the Schools’ and University’s strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice.

The Materials and Environmental Analytical Platform enables the chemical analysis and physical characterisation of a variety of environmental materials including geological materials, soil, water and biota. In addition, this platform houses the Petrographic Preparation Facility, enabling the preparation of geological and other mineralised material for microscopic and the UWA X-ray Diffraction Facility catering for mineralogical analysis and structure determination using powder diffraction and single crystal diffraction instrumentation.



This platform provides a resource for both research staff and research students in the form of access, training and sample analysis service.

About the opportunity

In this position, under general direction, you will be required to conduct high quality elemental analysis of soil, water and plant material to support research and academic activities. You will be required to assist with the operation, training and supervision of users in the safe operation of analytical instrumentation, relevant protocols, procedures and preparative techniques.

In addition, you will be required to:

- Proactively maintain laboratory equipment.
- Maintain stocks of, and purchase chemicals and consumables to support analytical activities.
- Under direction, prepare and verify calibration solutions for a variety of instrumental techniques.
- Follow principles of good laboratory practice.
- Maintain and encourage a pro-active attitude to safety in the workplace at all times.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate :

- Year 12 or equivalent competency.
- Relevant practical experience in an analytical laboratory conducting nutrient and/or elemental analysis of soil, plant or water samples desirable
- Experience in nutrient analysis using flow injection instrumentation, or elemental analysis using ICP-OES as well as other wet chemical techniques desirable
- Experience in the use of laboratory instrumentation software.
- Attention to detail with a focus on data quality and workflow efficiency.
- Well-developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
- Well-developed skills in the use of Microsoft excel and other MS Office programs.

Note: A current “C” class manual drivers’ licence is a requirement of this position.

About your application





Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: P22 425 POSITION DESCRIPTION [Technical Assistant] - Position Number [305030] - Level [4].pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 16 January 2023

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details : Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

- We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
- We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
- We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at View email address on uniroles.com.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

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Benefits of working as a Technical Assistant in Crawley 6009, WA:

● Company offers great benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Competitive salary

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