Laboratory Technician

CMAX Clinical Research Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CMAX Clinical Research Pty Ltd invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to join our team in Adelaide on a night shift (21:30–07:30) with alternate weekends. This is a permanent 12-month contract with potential extension, full-time or part-time considered.

The role supports high-quality clinical studies under SOPs, with supervision from the Laboratory Manager. The successful candidate will handle sample processing, storage and dispatch, maintain equipment, and assist with SOP/WI updates.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant science or health care discipline would be highly regarded or equivalent training.
• IATA Certificate is desirable (if not held, ability to pass is mandatory).
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical study standards, regulations and ICH GCP for laboratory work.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and multitask while adapting to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Processing, storage, sorting of biological samples and required documentation.
• Dispatching of biological samples as required.
• Performing and documenting laboratory equipment maintenance activities.
• Housekeeping of laboratory areas.
• Monitoring laboratory supplies and notifying order requirements.
• Assisting in reviewing and updating SOPs and WIs.
• Acting as a buddy to train new staff.
• Undertaking study-specific tasks under supervision.

Skills

Independent worker

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in science/health care

Job description

Operating for more than 30 years, CMAX is Australia’s longest running and most experienced clinical trial units conducting successful world-leading research for local and international clients, specialising in a range of early-phase trials and first-in-human studies.

We are proud to be a key contributor in the advancement of global medicines and technologies - from vaccines and pain control to early warning bio-devices and hormone replacement therapies, these are just a few of the many research areas for which CMAX has provided clinical trial services.

Employing more than 400 staff, CMAX is a 78-bed clinical trials unit, with a database of more than 70,000 clinical trial participants, and utilising state-of-the-art facilities, we are primely positioned, opposite the Royal Adelaide Hospital and part of the Adelaide BioMed City precinct.

About the role:

CMAX has a vacancy available for a full-time (or part-time can be considered) Laboratory Technician, working night shift (2130 – 0730hr) with alternate weekends for a permanent 12 month contract,with the possibility to extend.

As a member of the Laboratory Team, the Laboratory Technician will provide assistance in a range of technical tasks under the guidance and supervision of the Laboratory Manager and/or Laboratory Supervisor that support CMAX to conduct its clinical studies to a high standard of quality as required by relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), regulations and guidelines.

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the successful person will be responsible for:

Processing, storage, sorting of biological samples and completion of required documentation;

Dispatching of biological samples as required;

Performing and documenting laboratory equipment maintenance activities;

Housekeeping of laboratory areas;

Monitoring laboratory supplies and notifying order requirements;

Assisting in reviewing and updating SOPs and WIs;

Acting as a ‘buddy’ to assist with training new and less experienced staff;

Undertaking study specific tasks under the guidance of the Laboratory Manager and Laboratory Supervisor.

About you:

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant science or health care discipline would be highly regarded or equivalent training and hands on laboratory experience;

IATA Certificate is desirable (if not already held, ability and willingness to pass the certificate is mandatory);

Demonstrated general knowledge of the standards, procedures, regulations and standards relating to the conduct of clinical studies including ICH GCP is desirable;

Demonstrated competence in general laboratory practices and biological sample handling;

Demonstrated ability to work independently;

Ability to multitask and adapt to changes in priorities;

Excellent interpersonal and team skills;

Proven excellent attention to detail and computer competency;

Availability to initially work day shifts for training purposes is essential.

Please note: Laboratory work at CMAX does not involve any diagnostic or bioanalytical analysis on-site.

Why Work at CMAX?

At CMAX, you’ll be joining a leading Australian clinical research organisation with more than 30 years of experience delivering world-class clinical trials.

As a Laboratory Technician, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative laboratory team, supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical research and contributing to studies that help advance new medicines and treatments.

Only experienced candidates with approved rights to work full time in Australia will be shortlisted for this role.

Applications close on Sunday 25 October 2026.

Please note that we may be conducting interviews during the advertisement period and retain the right to withdraw the advert should we select a successful applicant prior to the closing date.

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Are you available to work the advertised night shift of 9:30pm–7:30am, including alternate weekends?
• Are you available to initially work day shifts for training purposes before commencing the night shift roster?
• Do you have demonstrated hands-on experience in general laboratory practices and biological sample handling?

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