Technical Team Leader

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As Technical Team Leader (Anatomy), you will oversee the daily operations of the Callaghan Anatomy Teaching Laboratory. You will be responsible for ensuring the seamless preparation and execution of all laboratory-based teaching sessions and surgical training.

You will provide high-level technical services associated with the body donor program. This includes the collection, embalming, and prosection of human anatomical resource materials for teaching purposes.

In this role you will:

• Prepare equipment and material required for classes and laboratory examinations conducted in the anatomy laboratories.
• Mentor and train other members of the Anatomy team in relevant procedures including embalming and prosectioning techniques.
• Maintain knowledge of current guidelines and procedures required by the NSW Health regulations and University Work Health and Safety requirements.
• Providing support for our body donor program, servicing both Callaghan and Gosford campuses.

This continuing position is full time and will primarily be located at the Callaghan Campus, with travel to other campuses when necessary.

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• Experience preparing cadaveric resources and expertise in human dissection and embalming.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable government legislation and work, health, and safety regulations pertaining to anatomy laboratory practices.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, effectively resolving both team and technical issues through clear and effective communication.

About the unit

The School of Biomedical Sciences & Pharmacy is one of the University's most research-intensive schools and is currently ranked very high in the university in terms of external research funding. Our researchers apply cutting edge technology and relevant disease models to address important questions and accelerate knowledge transfer. Our research themes include Immunology, Nutrition, Exercise and Cardiovascular Disease, Neuroscience, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science and Reproductive Science.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits and employment conditions that help you balance your commitments, stay healthy, and work effectively. For information on our employee benefits (such as leave, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, and salary packaging) please visit here .

The remuneration for this position isfrom$90,316 to $99,655 pro rated + 17%superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Your next steps

Important information before you apply:

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• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).

1. A degree or extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2. Demonstrated experience in embalming and preparation of fresh frozen specimens as well as preparing high quality prosected material for teaching and training purposes.
3. Experience in dealing with the Anatomy Act and Human Tissue, Anatomy and Disposal of Bodies legislation as it relates to tertiary teaching Anatomy laboratories.
4. Demonstrated experience in Work, Health and Safety procedures and maintaining Safety records and standards.
5. Demonstrated experience in staff management, mentoring and conflict resolution.
6. Good organisational and time management skills.
7. The ability to communicate well with academic and professional staff, students, and body donor families.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document . This document should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Simone Stanger, Operations Manager on (02) 4921 5072 or via email at [email protected]

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: [email protected] Please note, we do not accept email applications.

Closing date:Tuesday 25 June 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

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