Anatomical and Surgical Skills Technician
Posted 16d ago
$73,154 - $76,963
Chermside, QLD, 4032
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Job Description
Anatomical and Surgical Skills Technician
- Reference number: 25117
- Term: fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years.
- Remuneration: $86,571 to $91,079 pa (HEW4) (inclusive of $73,154 to $76,963 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- Location: MERF, Prince Charles Hospital
- Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an Anatomical and Surgical Skills Technician to join Research Infrastructure, Research Portfolio, Academic Division.
We are looking for a Technician in the Anatomical and Surgical Skills Laboratory (ASSL) at the Medical Engineering Research Facility of the Queensland University of Technology. This full-time role for an initial appointment of 3 years will be based on the campus of The Prince Charles Hospital in Chermside. The ASSL Technician works within a team of full-time and casual technicians and radiographers under guidance from the ASSL Manager. Together, they are responsible for enabling, supporting and promoting academic research, practical skills workshops and anatomy education activities at the facility using the donors of QUT’s Body Bequest Program. The respectful treatment of the donors of is thereby at the core of all activities in the laboratory.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
The Medical Engineering Research Facility (MERF) at The Prince Charles Hospital is one of the distributed sites of QUT's Research Infrastructure unit. The facility provides a comprehensive suite of facilities with unique capabilities to support researchers in taking novel concepts from basic research to clinical implementation. MERF’s Anatomical Surgical Skills Laboratory (ASSL) provides a realistic environment for academic research, anatomy teaching and/or practical skills training of new and existing surgical medical procedures or implants for health professionals, resulting in better quality of care for patients..
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of an associate diploma level qualification with relevant work related experience or a certificate level qualification with post-certificate relevant work experience.
- Experience in handling and working with deceased human bodies and body parts and/or be willing to be trained in these areas.
- Demonstrated experience in similar and/or comparable laboratory environments (eg general anatomical laboratories, anatomy facilities and/or mortuaries, hospital operating rooms, etc.) with particular attention to the setup and pull down/post rehabilitation of a laboratory/surgical operating theatre.
- Ability to meet the demanding manual handling requirements of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to follow written instructions and ability to maintain records with a high degree of accuracy, including the use of computer software packages, such as Microsoft Office.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and with a team, and prioritise and organise workflows with a minimum of supervision.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively connect and collaborate to achieve team based outcomes in a complex and changing environment at times with minimal supervision.
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
Explore more benefits of life at QUT.
Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.
Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.
View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=018B1E3D-4FA5-D210-A598-E3C22DC33A1E
Job opens: 23-Apr-2025
Applications Close: 13-May-2025 at 11.30pm
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