Casual Scientific/Technical Officer (Simulation Learning)

QUT (Queensland University of Technology); City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 72,420 - 81,691; Part time

Job summary

A major Australian university is seeking a Casual Scientific/Technical Officer (Simulation Learning) to support the Faculty of Health. The role involves providing technical expertise, ensuring the safe operation of simulation facilities, and supporting educators and students in a high-quality learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree or equivalent experience in nursing or paramedicine, along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to academic success and assist diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in nursing or paramedicine, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills for continuous improvement.
• Experience in practical application of nursing/paramedicine skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise within the academic team.
• Ensure safe operation of facilities and specialist equipment.
• Support academics and students in simulation learning.
• Collaborate with technical staff for integrated support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

High-level digital literacy

Education

Bachelor degree in Nursing or Paramedicine or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Clinical simulation equipment

Job description

Job Details

• Remuneration: $52.57 to $59.30 per hour (HEW5) inclusive of 25% casual hourly rate loading.
• Location: Kelvin Grove
• Reference number: 26084
• Open to: Applicants who have full‑time work rights in Australia for the term of this casual appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are especially encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Casual Scientific/Technical Officer (Simulation Learning) to join Faculty Operations, Faculty of Health.

The casual Scientific/Technical Officer provides technical expertise within a highly professional technical team in support of the Faculty’s academic endeavours. The role contributes to the effective, safe and sustainable operation of a range of facilities and specialist equipment. The role requires a high level of discipline‑specific knowledge to engage with and provide high‑quality technical support to academics and students within simulation learning. The Scientific / Technical Officer will be required to work in collaboration with other technical staff to provide an integrated and highly responsive support service which ensures that students have the benefit of a high‑quality learning experience. This position reports to the Technical Services Manager (Clinical and Simulation) for career planning, development, and performance expectations.

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.

Technical services is a highly professional team providing specialist technical expertise to support teaching and research across all schools within the Faculty. The team are responsible for the effective, safe and sustainable operation of a range of teaching and research facilities and specialist equipment across both campuses. The Simulation Learning team in Technical Services is establishing a pool of casual technical/scientific officers who can support learning and teaching across the nursing and paramedicine disciplines in the Faculty of Health.

What You Need To Succeed

• A Bachelor degree in an area relevant to nursing or paramedicine, or an Associate Diploma level qualification with relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education, or training
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team, using excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven capacity to communicate effectively
• Ability to effectively organise and prioritise work in order to meet deadlines and competing priorities
• Well‑developed problem‑solving skills including the ability to contribute to continuous improvement
• An understanding of theoretical aspects and experience in the practical application of relevant nursing/paramedicine skills, as well as the ability to use specialised equipment (e.g. high and low fidelity clinical simulation equipment) associated with these techniques
• High‑level digital literacy skills, including Microsoft Office and relevant equipment‑specific software or the ability to quickly acquire these skills.

Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, 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.

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Job opens: 10-Feb-2026