Biological Lab Technician | Teaching Labs & Safety

Deakin University; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

On-site childcare

Gyms

Medical centres

Cafes

Public transport access

Parking

Flexible working

Generous leave

Staff discounts

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Deakin University, Melbourne Burwood campus, is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to support biology teaching labs. You will prepare specimens, calibrate equipment, and help students perform practical experiments using microscopy, chemistry and molecular biology techniques.

This role offers hands-on work in a trusted academic environment and opportunities to grow technical expertise. Join a collaborative team of educators and technicians dedicated to safe lab practice, timely prep, and

Qualifications

• Hold a tertiary qualification in biological sciences or laboratory technology, with precision in preparing solutions and reagents.
• Demonstrated dissection skills and practical knowledge of safe specimen preparation, handling, and disposal.
• Molecular biology background with hands-on lab experience operating instrumentation and maintaining contamination controls.
• Familiarity with university safety protocols, risk assessment, hazardous substances, and waste management.
• Experience supporting undergraduate biology teaching labs across full practical cycles (prep, delivery, pack-down).

Responsabilités

• Prep specimens, calibrate gear, and mix reagents so students can dive into discovery.
• Troubleshoot equipment glitches and coach students through techniques in the lab.
• Restock kits, maintain safety records, and stay ahead of chaos in the prep room.
• Collaborate with lecturers to crack experiments and test fixes before rollout.
• Assist with contamination control and chemical safety practices in daily tasks.
• Support the team and contribute ideas to evolving lab practices.

Connaissances

Biological sciences

Laboratory techniques

Molecular biology

Dissection

Time management

Formation

Biological sciences degree

Outils

Microscopy

Specialised lab equipment

Analytical instruments

Description du poste

Deakin University, Melbourne Burwood campus, is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to support biology teaching labs. You will prepare specimens, calibrate equipment, and help students perform practical experiments using microscopy, chemistry and molecular biology techniques.

This role offers hands-on work in a trusted academic environment and opportunities to grow technical expertise. Join a collaborative team of educators and technicians dedicated to safe lab practice, timely prep, and