Positions Details - 2008/109 - Technicians - Entomology Casual Employment Register
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Positions Details - 2008/109 - Technicians - Entomology Casual Employment Register Job Profile Reference Number: 2008/109 Position Title: Technicians - Entomology Casual Employment Register Division: CSIRO Entomology Location: Black Mountain, ACT Classification: CSOF2 to CSOF3 Salary Range: $20.22 - $40.22 per hour Tenure: Short Term Temporary Employment Applicants: Open to Australian Residents Only Applications Close: 31 Jan 2009 Job Category: Scientific Research Jump To Section Advertisement Position Description Selection Criteria More Information Apply Now! Advertisement Do you want to work on projects of economic and environmental importance to Australia? You will work in one of a number of expected positions in various research areas including insect ecology, molecular biology, soil biology, stored products, insect curation and data-basing and general laboratory duties. Fieldwork is required in many of these positions. You will need an ability to work with minimal supervision as a member of a small team and the capacity to learn new skills and to adapt quickly to changes in work procedures. Most positions require some knowledge of entomology and the aptitude to handle small insect specimens and to collect and clearly record data. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. back to top Position Description Most positions will have terms varying in length from 3 to 12 months Opportunities may be available in the following areas: Field Workers Harvesting of Crops and Animals Processing Samples - Sewing, Sampling, Grinding, Counting, Bagging and Weighing. Assist in collecting and testing mass quanitities of samples Assist with lifting, loading and delivery of sways Operate heavy capital machinery and equipment Overnight deliveries and harvesting Working with Animals Laboratory Assistants Data collection of plant samples Cleaning and maintenance of Glass houses Research and analysis of plant data Plant maintenance Lab cleaning Gardening and Site Maintenance Weeding, Planting, Watering and Pruning Plants Cleaning Glasshouses, Labs and Site Sheds back to top Selection Criteria Applicants must address the selection criteria. Applicants that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered. To assist you prepare your application please read the information available at "Guidelines for Applicants" To apply for for this position please download the Casual_Employment_Application Form (Selection Criteria) You must complete all the information on the application form in order for your application to be considered. When completed please use the "Apply Now" link available at the top of this page or at the end. When requested to attach your "CV" please attach your completed CV.When requested to submit a "Selection Criteria" please attach your Casual_Employment_Application Form back to top More Information CSIRO prefers applications be lodged online via this careers site. You are required to include two documents (1) "A document Addressing the Selection Criteria" and (2) a "Resume or CV" including the names of at least two professional referees. Note: Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered. If you experience difficulties applying online call 1300 301 509 and someone will be able to assist you. Outside business hours please email: csiro-careers@csiro.au. If you are unable to lodge your application online you can fax your application (quoting reference number) to (02) 6246 4455 or alternatively post to: CSIRO Careers Online PO Box 225 DICKSON ACT 2602 Conditions of Appointment Positions are available at CSIRO Officer Level 2, with a salary range of $29,125 to $37,542. Starting salary within the advertised range will depend on an evaluation of the appointee"s qualifications and experience.Most of these positions are expected to be available for terms of from three to twelve months and Australian Government Superannuation benefits would then apply. Further Information Additional information about CSIRO Entomology can be found at http://www.ento.csiro.au back to top If you experience difficulties applying online please call 1300 301 509 and someone will be able to assist you. Outside business hours please email CSIRO Careers. Version 9.0.7 © Copyright CSIRO Australia, 2002-2008. Site Map | Legal Notice and Disclaimer | Privacy | Copyright | Last Updated: 24 Jul 2008 16:17:35 AEST
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