- Continuing, full-time

- $75,455 to $81,707 per annum (HEO4) + 17% super

- Salary packaging options available

- Generous leave entitlements including 5 weeks annual leave, Christmas shutdown, parental, cultural, gender affirmation & domestic violence

- Armidale based role - free on campus parking

- On campus state of the art sporting and athletic facilities (Sport UNE)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support

- Diverse and supportive workplace with UNE Ally Network, Equity Committee, Queer Space

About the role

The Technical Assistant will join a small, collaborative team of support staff skilled in scientific teaching and research operations. Together, the team facilitates practical teaching, scientific research and operational continuity across the Disciplines of Biomedical Science, Chemistry and Physics, and Exercise and Sport Science. We take pride in delivering high-quality technical and analytical services to the School of Science and Technology, across UNE and to external partners.

The role is hands-on and operational, with important administrative components. The Technical Assistant will work in our teaching and research laboratories at the Armidale campus, and also take on responsibilities for facility operations, resource utilisation and administrative services.

We are a team-focused, dynamic group where cooperation is our guiding principle. We support one other, share workload and responsibility, and bring out the best in each other in an environment where morale and job satisfaction are genuine priorities.

About you

To be successful in this role, you'll be a genuine team player who respects your colleagues and contributes positively to shared goals. Experience in Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Physics or Exercise Science would be highly valued, whether that's specialised scientific knowledge or general technical skills with instrumentation or systems. Above all, we're looking for someone practical and hands-on, who builds strong working relationships and is comfortable with a varied mix of administrative tasks.

The work includes busy periods with tight deadlines and many moving parts. You'll stay composed under pressure, work flexibly (including overtime when needed) and handle difficult situations constructively with the support of your team. You'll also be keen to learn new skills, share ideas, solve problems and take pride in what you do.

About the Technical Team, Science and Technology





The core business of the School of Science and Technology is teaching undergraduate students, training post-graduate students and producing research outputs in our scientific fields. The Science and Technology Technical Team services the practical and technical needs of the School with most of our work focused on practical teaching and laboratory scientific operations in chemistry, physics, biochemistry, cellular biology, histology, microbiology, physiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology and sport science.

The Technical Team is instrumental in the practical teaching offered by the School and also makes critical contributions to research in the School and elsewhere at UNE. The Technical Team provides facility management and maintenance services to the School as well as specialised analytical services to researchers. The work is diverse and our team members interact and collaborate with students beginning their academic journey, teaching staff, technical experts, scientists and research leaders.

The work of the Science and Technology Technical Team is operationally and strategically important and is both challenging and rewarding. We take pride in our contribution to educational and research mission.

Before you apply

We encourage you to visit our How to Apply page. Whether you are new to applying at UNE or simply want to put your best foot forward, you will find practical, step-by-step guidance on preparing your application, crafting your cover letter, and addressing the Selection Criteria found in the Position Statement. We recommend using the STAR methodology (Situation, Task, Action, Result) — a straightforward and effective approach that helps you clearly demonstrate your skills, experience and suitability for the role.

To Apply

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 29 November 2026

Reference No: 225334

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 225334.

Your application should be comprised of:

i. Covering letter;

ii. Responses to Selection Criteria 2,



3 and 5 (Selection Criteria are contained within the Position Description available at UNE Jobs);

iii. Current CV.

Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position.

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Daniel Ebert, Technical Manager, phone: (02) 6773 5***, email: ************@une.edu.au.

If you require any adjustments or support to fully participate—such as an alternative format for the application form—please contact your Talent Acquisition Consultant at **************@une.edu.au or on 02 6773 3***.

If you have a disability and would like a confidential conversation about working at UNE, you are welcome to contact our Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team.

Please visit www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une for further information about this position and other career opportunities at UNE.

UNE: A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

At UNE, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the unique perspectives they bring. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to contribute their best.

We warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with lived experience of mental health or disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQIA+.

UNE is committed to enabling all staff to thrive and ensuring that our LGBTIQIA+ community and staff from all cultures feel included and respected. Our UNE Ally Network is here for staff and students and for any questions, please contact ***@une.edu.au.

About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values: Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Accountable, Be Connected. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement.

If you are the preferred candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to the university making an offer of employment. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically excluded from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).

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📌 Technical Assistant, Science and Technology (Armidale)
🏢 University Of New England
📍 Armidale