The posting
Overview:
- Full-time, Continuing position
- Salary HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation
- Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
About You You are an experienced laboratory professional who enjoys combining technical expertise with collaboration, problem-solving and service excellence. You thrive in environments where you can provide specialist advice, support teaching and research activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory capability, safety and quality. You are committed to fostering inclusive and supportive environments where students, researchers and colleagues can succeed.
As the Technical Officer, Microbiology, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of microbiology laboratories and associated STEM laboratory spaces while providing expert technical support to teaching and research activities. Working under the guidance of the Technical Coordinator, you will contribute specialist microbiology expertise, support laboratory quality systems, and help maintain safe, compliant and high-performing laboratory environments.
The role provides an opportunity to apply advanced microbiology knowledge while supporting the implementation of new methodologies, advising on laboratory operations, driving quality improvements and contributing to the development of laboratory-based teaching activities. You will also play an important role in maintaining documentation, quality systems, biosafety requirements and chain-of-custody processes for laboratory materials and human-derived samples.
To be successful in this position, you’ll have:
- A degree qualification in microbiology, biological sciences or a related discipline, together with relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency in microbiological techniques, including aseptic technique, microbial culturing, staining, microbial identification methods and minimising the risk of cross contamination.
- Experience providing specialist technical advice and support within microbiology laboratory environments.
- Proven ability to set up, operate and troubleshoot complex laboratory equipment and experimental processes/methods using sound technical judgement and a high degree of autonomy.
- Sound understanding of laboratory health and safety, biosafety and risk management requirements, with a demonstrated commitment to safe laboratory practices.
- Demonstrated understanding of laboratory quality management systems, including experience working with NATA-accredited laboratories and relevant ISO standards, and the ability to apply quality and documentation requirements in day-to-day operations.
- Experience maintaining and implementing laboratory quality assurance and quality control processes, including record keeping, documentation, compliance activities and method validation.
- Knowledge and the implementation of chain-of-custody requirements and the management of human-derived samples but not limited to, laboratory records, traceability processes, compliance documentations and a high degree of autonomy.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and support a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Experience implementing or supporting new microbiology techniques, technologies, equipment or laboratory methodologies that improve teaching, research or laboratory capability.
Desirable:
- Experience working as a technical microbiologist or in a comparable role within a university, research, teaching or diagnostic laboratory environment.
- Experience supporting laboratory-based teaching activities, practical classes or undergraduate learning environments.
- Current First Aid, Biosafety or other relevant laboratory safety certification, or a willingness to obtain these qualifications.
- Experience collaborating with academic staff, technical teams, researchers, students and professional staff to support laboratory teaching and research outcomes.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the College
The STEM College Office Professional staff provide exceptional and efficient support to the College. The Learning, Teaching and Quality teams support:
- Quality Enhancement
- Learning and Teaching support
The Professional shared services Group delivers service to all four Schools across five distinct functions:
- Student Lifecycle
- Planning & Operations
- Technical Services
- Program & Governance
- WIL & Engagement
Relevant digital solutions – such as Workday – are used by the five teams to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies. The Group’s end-to-end professional support ensures a consistent approach to the operational and strategic functioning of the College and adherence to University policies and procedures.
The STEM College Office professional staff are instrumental in providing students with a transformative and enriched learning experience, and in supporting our research and engagement administration activities. Centralised in the STEM College Office, at our City and Bundoora campuses, professional staff members have opportunities to cross-skill, engage in professional development and develop their own career paths.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact [email protected].
Position Description
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Applications Close:
20 Nov 2026 11.59 pm
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
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