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Principal Technical Officer - Robotics

The University of Queensland · $1.47B budget · Since 1909

Why The University of Queensland

FY2023 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

The University of Queensland (the "University") was established by an act of parliament in 1909 to disseminate knowledge and promote scholarship through the operation of a University in brisbane, australia. Today, the University is a premier research and teaching institution in australia, with approximately 55,000 students and 7,504 full-time equivalent employees. The University has departments or "faculties" in the areas of arts, business, economics and law, engineering, architecture and information technology, health sciences, medicine, science, and social and behavioral sciences. In addition, the University has eight other institutes, including the institute for molecular bioscience, Queensland brain institute, global change institute and the Queensland alliance for agriculture and food innovation. IT operates through over 34 sites throughout Queensland and has additional involvement with a large number of other centers and institutes.

  • Education, sponsored research & projects and other institutional activities.$1.56B spent in FY2023

Before you apply

FY2022 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$326K–$632K
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$1.52B
spent in FY2022
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Spent on programs
100%
of spending
Looks good: 100% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−6%
of revenue, FY2022
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
28 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 28.3 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2022
latest Form 990
Worth a look: the latest return is for FY2022, 4 tax years back; more than 3 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(4)
tax-exempt since 2019
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
Looks goodFineWorth a lookConcernTap a box for the reason.

About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology / School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Full-time permanent position Base salary will be in the range $106,709.01 - $116,198.52 + 17% super (HEW Level 7) Based at our St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity The Principal Technical Officer - Robotics provides high-level specialist technical support across UQ’s robotics teaching and research environments. As part of the Engineering & Technical Support Group, you will bring deep expertise in robotics and mechatronic engineering to support safe, reliable and innovative laboratories and technical infrastructure.

Working independently and collaboratively with academic and professional colleagues, you will help create practical environments where staff and students can experiment, learn and solve complex engineering challenges together. Key responsibilities will include: Provide expert technical support for the design, operation, maintenance, repair and calibration of specialised robotics equipment and infrastructure, including mobile platforms, robot arms, mobile manipulators, aerial platforms and motion capture arenas.

Develop and maintain safe systems of work for robotics laboratories, including risk assessments, Safe Operating Procedures, laser safety procedures, electrical safety requirements and other relevant documentation. Support the design and construction of experimental systems and practical teaching activities, applying specialist knowledge across sensors, actuators, PCB design, embedded systems, ROS2 and hardware-software integration. Provide technical leadership in robotics laboratory environments through training, mentoring and supervision of staff and students, laboratory oversight, equipment procurement and continuous improvement of technical infrastructure and services.

About You A relevant degree with at least four years of subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of extensive experience and/or education and training in robotic and mechatronic engineering and systems engineering. Demonstrated expertise in robotic and mechatronic systems, including installation, integration, networking, troubleshooting, testing and maintenance. Proficiency with Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2), Python and C++, together with experience operating, programming and maintaining ground robot platforms and robot arms.

Demonstrated experience integrating sensors and actuators with robotic platforms, including designing custom PCBs for bespoke configurations and networking multiple robots and devices. Strong knowledge of applicable Australian electrical standards and safety legislation, with experience preparing and implementing safe systems of work and risk assessments. High-level organisational, analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative technical, academic and professional environment. Excellent communication and…

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About The University of Queensland

From its Form 990