• School of Biomedical Sciences

• Two part-time (70%), permanent positions available

• Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)

• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity 

We are seeking two dedicated Anatomy Mortuary Technician’s to join the Gross Anatomy Facility based at the School of Biomedical Science. In these roles, you will leverage your expertise to support teaching, learning, and research involving human cadavers. One of the positions is for someone that has embalming experience that will ethically prepare and release donors that are used for teaching purposes. We want to hear from you if you like to work afternoon shifts (1230-1800), are detail-oriented, highly organised, and committed to advancing anatomical education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the organisation and security of teaching materials in the Gross Anatomy Facility.

• Conduct day-to-day tasks including cleaning the Gross Anatomy Facility, adhering to an ethical and efficient organizational plan.

• Ensure appropriate teaching specimens are available in a timely and efficient manner for all scheduled practical classes.

Embalming

• Ethical preparation of donors by anatomical embalming or freezing for use in teaching, research and surgical training as directed by the GAF Team Leader, including maintenance of mortuary equipment, instruments and ensuring adequate provision of embalming fluids, consumables, PPE and associated products through auditing and purchasing.

• Preparation (including sectioning), maintenance, use and disposal of teaching specimens in accordance with State legislation and University and School policies and guidelines.

• Provision of teaching specimens in a timely and efficient manner for all scheduled practical classes and examinations.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 26 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• On campus childcare options

• Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)

• Salary packaging options

About You

• Completion of a degree in mortuary practices or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

• Experience in a mortuary, pathology lab, or clinical environment.

• High level of interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work collaboratively.

• Ability to manage time efficiently and execute duties in a balanced and caring manner.

Embalming

• Possess a general knowledge in human anatomy and technical skills in dissection and/or recognised embalming qualifications.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, mandatory immunisations etc. 

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Andrew Veprek. For application queries or to recieve a full job description, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section and which position you are interested in applying for (Anatomy Mortuary Technician and/or Anatomy Mortuary Technician - Embalming)  

• Resume 

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Sunday 25th August 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-40115 and R-41310 (Embalming). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Wednesday 4th September 2024.