Histology Technical Officer
Job No.: 668211
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $74,149 - $79,314 pa HEW Level 04 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The Monash Histology Platform is a premier member of a suite of technology platforms designed to elevate research outcomes locally and internationally. Operated with cutting-edge technology and world-best expertise, and governed by the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences alongside the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Infrastructure), we are dedicated to delivering top-tier education, training, and accessibility for university and industry researchers.
As a Histology Technical Officer, you'll provide essential technical services and support to researchers and staff within the Monash Histology Platform. Your role involves leveraging your theoretical and technical knowledge to manage daily operations, maintain equipment, and ensure the delivery of quality results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in day-to-day technical operations, including testing, data collection, equipment setup, calibration, and maintenance
- Provide guidance and basic advice on equipment use and standard operating procedures to clients, staff, and students
- Maintain the workspace by managing supplies, disposing of hazardous materials safely, and ensuring a tidy environment
- Collect and record data, performing routine analysis and evaluation
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities related to projects and technical procedures
- Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) protocols, identifying and escalating risks as needed
- Maintain open communication with staff, clients, and stakeholders
- Comply with ISO9001 Quality Management System standards
Key Selection Criteria:
- Experience with routine histological procedures
- Strong analytical, technical, and data analysis skills in Histology
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Capability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of OHS and standard operating procedures
- Effective communication skills and proficiency in drafting documentation
- Demonstrated computer literacy and adaptability to new software and systems
Become a part of the Monash Histology Platform and contribute to groundbreaking research while developing your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Mrs Camilla Cohen, Monash Histology Platform Manager, +61 3 9905 2740
Position Description: Histology Technical Officer
Applications Close: Sunday 29 September 2024, 11:55pm AEST
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