Technical Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 6 (Technical)
Salary package: $91,362 - $95,541 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full Time, Fixed-term, up to 12 months

• Join an exciting new translational research team
• Gain experience in both research and diagnostic testing
• Learn cutting edge technologies including spectral cytometry

Position overview
ANU has an international reputation for research and education relevant to the health and well-being of the population of Australia, as well as that of the developing world. This is achieved through discovery research, applied research in health service settings, research-led teaching in health and medical sciences, and the translation of research findings into practice and policy. The ANU College of Health and Medicine comprises the School of Medicine and Psychology, the John Curtin School of Medical Research and the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health. These schools work together to deliver world-class research and education across the spectrum of medicine and health-related fields, working in partnership with the health sector at local, national and international levels.  

The Technical Officer will be a member of the Canberra Clinical Phenomics Team at the John Curtin School of Medical Research, working under the direction of A/Prof. Katrina Randall and Dr Euan McNaughton, as well as the Director of the School. The Technical Officer will use their laboratory experience to perform flow cytometry and multiplex protein assays and ensure the safe operation of the lab, maintenance of equipment, transportation and processing of human blood samples, and assist in preparation for NATA accreditation. The Technical Officer will be expected to work collegially, maintaining effective, productive and beneficial workplace relationships with academic and professional School and College staff, students, and honorary appointees as well as industry stakeholders and medical professionals.

For further information, please contact Dr Euan McNaughton, Manager, Canberra Clinical Phenomics Service. E: euan.mcnaughton@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant via: indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A Letter of Expression of Interest.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.