Technical Officer (Animal Science)

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Technical Officer (Animal Science) As you may be aware, UQ Jobs was temporarily taken offline due to a data security breach at PageUp – our third party recruitment platform. PageUp’s security consultants have confirmed that they have not identified any further threats and that PageUp is safe to use. Based on the outcome of that investigation and additional security improvements by PageUp to guard against similar incidents in the future, UQ is satisfied with the security of the system and has reinstated access to UQ Jobs. As a safety measure, UQ requested a reset of all user passwords. In order to protect your personal account details, the next time you login to UQ Jobs, you will be prompted to set a new password. As good practice, UQ recommends that you do not re-use passwords, or use the same password across multiple systems. More information about the data breach can be found on the PageUp website. Job no:504776 Area:Faculty of Science Salary (FTE):Professional Level 05 ($64,597.80 - $72,348.94) Work type:Full Time - Continuing Location: Gatton School of Agriculture and Food Sciences The School of Agriculture and Food Sciences is Australia’s most diversified agriculture research and teaching School, comprising research and teaching experts in agribusiness and the science disciplines of animals and wildlife, plants and soil sciences, food and nutrition science. With nearly 350 staff, 300 higher degree research students and over $33 million in operating and research income, the School has helped UQ to become recognised as the world’s top ranked tropical agriculture university, and the leading agriculture university in Australia. Located at St Lucia and Gatton, the School is a large and dynamic multidisciplinary hub focused on applied research and teaching within the Faculty of Science committed to finding innovative and technology focused solutions to global challenges. The School offers a range of undergraduate postgraduate coursework and research degrees encompassing agriculture and related disciplines ranging from Bachelor Degree to Doctorate. With a diverse group of internationally regarded scientists, the School hosts six research concentrations, of which three are aligned with the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation– a joint initiative between The University of Queensland and the Queensland State Government. Quality laboratories and facilities and strong partnerships with industry, community and government bodies, provide an environment that enables world class research and research training in a collaborative and cooperative spirit for postgraduate students and researchers. The role The Technical Officer provides support for teaching and research in animal science. The position is responsible for supervision of facilities used by the Animal Science group as well as supporting practical classes in animal biology, molecular biology and related courses. The role supports, maintains and operates laboratory and field equipment, and provides induction and training as required. Although a member of the Animal Science technical team, the role may be required to support teaching and research in other discipline areas. This role is based at the Gatton Campus and reports to the Technical Services Coordinator. The person Applicants should possess a Bachelor degree in animal science or related disciplines, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training. In addition you should have relevant lab experience which includes supporting the research of undergraduate and postgraduate students. You should also have a demonstrated understanding of animal physiology and anatomy and associated experience in large and small animal handling. The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University’s Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement. Remuneration This is a full-time, fixed term appointment at HEW Level 5. The remuneration package will be in the range $64,597 - $72,348 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $75,579 - $84,648 p.a.). Enquiries To discuss this role please contact Ed Qualischefski on +61 7 5460 1253 or email [email protected]. To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses. Job Applicants must have work rights. Advertised: 12 Jul 2018 Applications close: 26 Jul 2018 (11:55 PM) E. Australia Standard Time