Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Technician

Swinburne University of Technology; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% super

Staff benefits

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Swinburne University of Technology is seeking a highly organised MEG Technician to join Swinburne Neuroimaging within the School of Health Sciences. The role involves hands-on support for MEG laboratory operations, equipment integration, and data management at our Hawthorn campus.

You will assist researchers with experiments, contribute to training, safety, and inventory, and provide technical support across other neuroimaging modalities including EEG and TMS.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in science, neuroscience, psychology, engineering or related field and/or equivalent work experience.
• First aid qualifications and training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of the MEG laboratory and related infrastructure.
• Assist researchers with experiments and stimulus-presentation systems.
• Maintain lab records, training and data-management procedures.
• Provide training, inductions and tours; assist with safety and inventory management.
• Offer broader technical support across EEG and TMS laboratories.

Skills

Organisational skills

Lab experience

Technical interfacing

Neuroimaging knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in science/neuroscience/psychology/engineering

Tools

E-Prime

PsychoPy

MEG hardware interfacing

Job description

• Join the School of Health Sciences at Swinburne University
• Full-time, fixed-term (until 30 June 2028) position at our Hawthorn campus
• HEW Level 6 salary + 17% super and staff benefits

About The Role

We are seeking a highly organised and technically capable Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Technician to join Swinburne Neuroimaging within the School of Health Sciences.

In this hands‑on role, you will support the day‑to‑day operation of the MEG laboratory and be responsible for supporting the MEG laboratory infrastructure and other neuroimaging modalities and tools. You will assist researchers with conducting experiments, integrate related equipment and stimulus‑presentation systems, and maintain accurate laboratory, training and data‑management records.

Working closely with the MEG Facility Fellow and Swinburne Neuroimaging Operations Manager, you will contribute to user training and inductions, laboratory tours and classes, equipment maintenance, inventory management and laboratory safety. You will also provide broader technical support across other neuroimaging modalities and facilities, including EEG and TMS laboratories.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in laboratory or research environments who enjoys combining technical problem‑solving, participant and researcher support, administration and practical laboratory operations.

About You

• High degree of organisational and administrative skills and a high level of responsibility and ethics.
• Technical skills such as interfacing equipment with PCs.
• Demonstrated experience working in lab and/or research settings.
• Ability to learn and adapt with strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of neuroimaging techniques (especially EEG and MEG) is preferred.
• Experience in EEG/MEG/psychophysiology research and with patient groups in a research setting would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with experimental design software such as E‑Prime and PsychoPy and interfacing measurement devices is preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in science, neuroscience, psychology, engineering or related field and/or equivalent work experience.
• First aid qualifications and training is preferred.

About Swinburne University Of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever‑changing world.

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world‑class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual‑sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact [e-mail] or call [phone]. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to [e-mail] .

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action , Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

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