The Opportunity

• Two outstanding opportunities to work with world-leading research scientists.
• Contribute to the curation and development of Australia’s largest insect collection.
• Join CSIRO Australia's premier scientific research organisation.

The Position
CSIRO’s Australian National Insect Collection (ANIC) is seeking to appoint a technician to carry out general curatorial and research assistant duties.
As the successful candidate you will work collaboratively with colleagues to reach certain project objectives. You will work on improved solutions trying creative ways to deal with routine problems and opportunities.

Your duties will include

• General curatorial duties in the Australian insect collection including:  preparation and preservation of dry, wet and slide mounted specimens; organising and packing loans; general sorting of specimens; data entry; imaging of specimens using various techniques and equipment; other curatorial and HSE duties as required.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with all staff, clients and suppliers in the interests of good business practice, collaboration and enhancement of CSIRO’s reputation.
• Work as part of an often regionally dispersed team, to carry out administrative tasks and provide support under the direction of senior administrative staff.

Location: Canberra ACT
Salary: AU$46k - AU$60k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 59064

To be successful you will need

• A relevant Certificate or relevant work experience.
• General knowledge of and the ability to work with and handle insects, including fragile collection specimens.
• Ability and willingness to perform repetitive tasks requiring accuracy and close attention to detail.
• Sound computer skills including the capability of record taking and use of databasing software.

For details about who to contact and for more information please view Position Description
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Flexible Working Arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you. Balance

About CSIRO
At CSIRO you can be part of helping to solve big, complex problems that make a real difference to our future. We spark off each other, learn from each other, trust each other and collaborate to achieve more than we could individually in a supportive, rewarding, inclusive and truly flexible environment. 

Apply Online
To apply online, please provide a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role.

Applications Close: Friday 30th November 2018