Technical Officer - Crawley, Australia - University Of Western Australia

University Of Western Australia
University Of Western Australia
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School of Agriculture and Environment

  • Gain handson experience in conducting field experiments, the use of 15N isotopes for tracing the fate of N fertiliser, and techniques for measuring ammonia volatilisation losses from soil
  • Level 5, fulltime appointment on a fixed term basis for 3 years
  • Base salary range: $73,982 $81,999 p.a. plus 17% superannuation


The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities.

With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.


About the team


Our teaching and research benefit from a network of national and international collaborators, and our strong industry and government links are producing change in agricultural and environmental management, regional development, and urban policy and planning.

We have a strong track record in PhD supervision and external research grant success.

The Australian Research Council rated Agricultural Science at UWA as 'above world standards' and Environmental Science at UWA as 'well above world standards' during the most recent Excellence in Research Australia assessment.


About the opportunity


In this position, you will be providing support and assistance to field experiments at four locations (Esperance, Merredin, Pingelly, Wongan Hills) located in the Western Australian grainbelt.

You will assist in the implementation of the collection and analyses of soil and plant samples.

You will gain experience in conducting field experiments, the use of 15N isotopes for tracing the fate of N fertiliser, and techniques for measuring ammonia volatilisation losses from soil.

You will be part of a national project funded by the Grains Research Development Corporation (GRDC) investigating the fate of N fertiliser applied to Australian dryland cropping systems.


To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Science or Science Agriculture Honours, or demonstrated equivalent
  • Experience in the collection of soil (from the surface and subsoil) and plant samples from field experiments
  • Experience with preparing and analysing soil and plant samples for analysis of nutrients and other properties
  • Experience with collating and maintaining accurate records of procedures and results, including data entry and sample archiving
  • Experience with safe general laboratory and field work practices
  • An understanding of Western Australian cropping systems is desirable
  • Experience with driving in country Western Australia is desirable
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: PD - Technical Officer (Graduate Research Assistant)

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.


Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 30 January 2023
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.


Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.

We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.

We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.


  • We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
  • We have oncampus childcare facilities for child 6 weeks to kindy.
  • We facilitate flexible working, with parttime and jobsharing arrangements considered.
  • We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
  • We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.
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