Senior Scientific Officer - Physiology
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School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences

Continuing, full-time

$87 819 - $94 374 (G07) + 17% superannuation



Curtin University is ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide (ARWU 2017), and in the top 50 in the world for universities under the age of 50 (QS World University Rankings 2017). In recent years, the University has climbed significantly in global league tables and was named as a rising star, the most collaborative of the Australian universities, and the biggest Australian mover in the Nature Index results for 2016. Curtin is industry facing, highly engaged with relevant partners, and a major global player, with well-integrated campuses in Singapore, Malaysia, and Dubai.

The School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences offers a range of courses, including the only accredited pharmacy course in Western Australia, an AIMS-accredited program in laboratory medicine, and courses in molecular genetics and biotechnology, human biology preclinical, and oral health therapy. Teaching laboratories have a wide range of real-world replications, including a model pharmacy and robotic dispensary. Researchers are advancing knowledge in diverse areas ranging from cryobanking for recalcitrant-seeded Australian rainforest plants, a new treatment for diabetes and an innovative drug combination for pancreatic cancer.

Your new role

A challenging and diverse role delivering excellence in laboratory support within the School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. As the Senior Scientific Officer (SSO) for Physiology, you will provide valuable support for the effective functioning and development of the Physiology laboratories within the school.

This exciting opportunity will allow you to apply your technical, organisational and creative skills in a diverse and extremely practical area. Your valuable theoretical knowledge will add value to experiment design and continuous improvement practices.

Your role will include

Line management of the Scientific Officer (Physiology) and management of the Physiology labs and classes (including Human Evolution and Neuroscience).
Liaise with suppliers and manage the purchasing of consumables and equipment.
Work directly with students in Physiology practical classes as well as liaise with academic staff on class development, innovative techniques and improved resources.
There will also be a requirement for accompanying students and other staff on field trips up to twice a year.

Please review the position description.

What you will bring to the role

Completion of a relevant degree with considerable relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to manage and coordinate the technical and laboratory resources of a physiology lab.
A high level of physiology discipline specific knowledge and considerable experience in contemporary methods, techniques and protocols, including proven expertise and aptitude in use of digital physiological data recording techniques and equipment.
Experience in use of animals (in particular Cane Toads) in a laboratory setting.
Experience in the use of volunteer human subjects for demonstration of physiological principles using exercise and other physical activities.
Proven knowledge of laboratory safety and experience in the maintenance of quality manuals to comply with OH&S policies including chemical manifests for the purpose of accreditation and risk management.
Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement in the resolution of issues as they arise.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a variety of people with cross-cultural sensitivity and present information and provide instruction to others in and educational setting.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team as well as the ability to manage and supervise the work of others.
What we offer you

The salary ranges presented are those which are contained within the University's Enterprise Agreements; as are the employee benefits which include employer superannuation contribution at the rate of the current Government Superannuation Guarantee amount up to 17 percent, study assistance, comprehensive salary packaging and wellness programs and flexible and family friendly work practices.

Valuing Diversity and Inclusion

At Curtin, we are committed to Indigenous reconciliation, diversity and social justice and aim to create an inclusive environment where our staff and students are valued and inspired. This includes a supportive recruitment process should you require any ability assistance.

Explore some more

https://healthsciences.curtin.edu.au/schools/pharmacy-biomedical-sciences/

Contact details

For further information please contact; Randy Strack, School Technical Manager on 08 9266 7011 or email CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au

Applications close: 5 pm, Friday 10 August 2018