Cell Culture Lab Specialist (Full-Time)

Times Higher Education; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RMIT University is seeking a Technical Officer, Cell Culture, to oversee daily cell culture laboratory operations and related STEM spaces. You will provide specialist technical support to teaching and research, maintain equipment, and contribute to improving laboratory practices.

With a background in cell biology and experience in aseptic technique and mammalian culture, you will ensure biosafety compliance, quality assurance, and productive collaboration with students, researchers and staff

Qualifications

• Degree in cell biology, biological sciences, biomedical science or related discipline with relevant lab experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in cell culture and/or virology in a lab.
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, mammalian cell culture, passaging, cryopreservation, cell counting and contamination screening.
• Experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting specialised lab equipment.
• Sound understanding of laboratory health and safety and risk management for biological materials.
• Knowledge of chain-of-custody requirements and record-keeping practices.
• Strong organisational and communication skills for collaboration with students, researchers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of cell culture laboratories and STEM spaces.
• Provide specialist technical expertise to support teaching and research activities.
• Maintain laboratory infrastructure and equipment; contribute to continuous improvement of practices.

Skills

Cell culture

Biosafety

Documentation

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Degree in cell biology or related field

Job description

RMIT University is seeking a Technical Officer, Cell Culture, to oversee daily cell culture laboratory operations and related STEM spaces. You will provide specialist technical support to teaching and research, maintain equipment, and contribute to improving laboratory practices.

With a background in cell biology and experience in aseptic technique and mammalian culture, you will ensure biosafety compliance, quality assurance, and productive collaboration with students, researchers and staff