Technical Officer

Provide a comprehensive range of professional simulation and technical support within specialised teaching and learning facilities applying both expertise and judgement to support simulation and practical teaching activities primarily within the discipline of Paramedicine.

The position will assist in the preparation and setup of material and equipment for clinical practice classes and will contribute to the maintenance and operation of instrumentation laboratories and supporting facilities. The appointee will be expected to provide technical expertise and support to staff and students.

Under the supervision of the Team Leader Laboratory and Preclinical Experience team you will work closely with the Scientific Officers Simulation Officers and Technical Officers to become part of a dynamic team. This is a collaborative Professional (nonAcademic) position where you will engage with academic colleagues and other professional staff.

About you
The successful candidate will have completion of a relevant Health based degree or associate diploma level qualification with subsequent relevant experience working within a student practical skills environment or a simulation or healthcare provider and/or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education training and/or relevant experience.

You will also have:

• Highly developed critical thinking skills be highly organised and enthusiastic.
• Excellent communication and a collaborative attitude with a desire to work in a strong team culture.
• Inclusive and respectful show initiative handle direction and multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team and readily adaptable to changing work requirements and demands.
• Experience in supporting learning and teaching activities and/or simulations in Paramedicine Medicine Nursing Midwifery or another Health related discipline in a higher education environment would be highly regarded.

What we can offer
This is a continuing 80 parttime position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multisite University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The fulltime equivalent base salary for a HEW Level 4 is in the range $73623 $77680 per annum plus 17 superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $86139 $90886 per annum.

Additional Information :

Why Griffith
As a valuesled organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We support the professional and personal development of all our employees and invest in the skills of our people. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zerotolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role please contact Dr Lirio CalderonGomez Technical Manager Laboratory and Preclinical Experience via email on 

For application support please contact People Services onand quote reference number REF7322Z.

Closing date: Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.