Lab Technician: Food Quality & Sensory Research (Flexible)

The University of Queensland; Long Pocket; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Queensland's Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) is offering a full-time, fixed-term Laboratory Technician position at Long Pocket. You will support laboratory operations, food research, and sensory studies, contributing to Sorghum research and helping run labs for researchers and students.

We seek a Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Certificate IV with relevant experience, plus strong documentation, lab skills and knowledge of food safety.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Certificate IV with relevant experience, or equivalent.
• Experience developing and maintaining SOPs, manuals and research records.
• Experience supporting multiple research programs with lab techniques, food prep and chemical/mechanical analysis.
• Knowledge of food quality and safety; understanding of sensory/consumer research.
• Experience using laboratory and kitchen equipment; maintenance and stock control.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with sound judgement and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong teamwork and communication within a multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

• Support lab research and experiments, including food sample prep, colour/moisture analysis, and equipment setup.
• Prepare and support sensory/consumer research sessions, including participant coordination and sample handling.
• Maintain lab operations: equipment maintenance, stock/chemical inventory, purchasing, SOPs and records.
• Assist students, researchers and junior staff with equipment guidance and project administration.

Skills

SOPs documentation

Lab techniques

Food safety understanding

Teamwork

Independent work

Attention to detail

Communication

Project administration

Education

Diploma in Laboratory Technology

Certificate IV (with relevant experience)

Job description

The University of Queensland's Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) is offering a full-time, fixed-term Laboratory Technician position at Long Pocket. You will support laboratory operations, food research, and sensory studies, contributing to Sorghum research and helping run labs for researchers and students.

We seek a Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Certificate IV with relevant experience, plus strong documentation, lab skills and knowledge of food safety.