Laboratory Scientist - Aerobiology & Mycology

Symbiotic Labs; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Symbiotic Labs in Melbourne's eastern suburbs is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to contribute to the analysis and identification of fungal spores for indoor air quality assessments and environmental investigations. You should hold a biology-related degree, with mycology and aerobiology microscopy experience, and be comfortable working in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.

The role offers a collaborative team, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to deliver high-quality

Formación

• Degree-qualified (Bachelor at minimum) in Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science or a related field.
• Mycology and/or Aerobiology microscopy analysis knowledge and experience is essential.
• Experience working within an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environment.

Responsabilidades

• Identify fungal spores, moulds and other biological materials.
• Prepare accurate technical reports and laboratory records.
• Support quality assurance, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance and laboratory best practice.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists and technicians to deliver high-quality results for clients.

Conocimientos

Aerobiology

Mycology

Microscopy analysis

Biology concepts

Environmental science

Report writing

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related

Masters preferred

Descripción del empleo

Laboratory Scientist - Aerobiology & Mycology

Do you have experience in Aerobiology, Mycology, Life Sciences, or a related field? Are you looking for a change that will allow you to further develop your skills and expand your career opportunities?

We are a rapidly growing Aerobiology/Mycology NATA-accredited lab based in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Over the past few years, we’ve established ourselves as a premium service provider in our field delivering industry leading customer service, quality reporting, and supporting projects focused on indoor air quality, public health, and beyond.

We're looking for a Laboratory Scientist to join our team and contribute to the analysis and identification of fungal spores that support indoor air quality assessments and environmental investigations.

This role is ideally suited to a science professional with a background in biological or environmental sciences who enjoys microscopy work, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality scientific outcomes in a collaborative laboratory environment.

You will also have the opportunity to learn from and work alongside a diverse team of technical experts, supporting your ongoing professional development and career growth.

Requirements of the role include:

Identify fungal spores, moulds and other biological materials.

Prepare accurate technical reports and laboratory records.

Support quality assurance, ISO/IEC 17025 compliance and laboratory best practice.

Collaborate with a team of scientists and technicians to deliver high-quality results for clients.

The ideal candidate:

Degree-qualified (Bachelor at minimum and ideally Masters level) in Biology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science or a related field.

Mycology and/or Aerobiology microscopy analysis knowledge and experience is essential.

Experience working within an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environment.

Ability to work both autonomously, as well as in a small team.

Excellent communication skills - all team members are expected to be able to perform in client-facing roles when required.