Mammalian Cell Culture Lab Technician

The University of Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) at The University of Queensland is hiring an Advanced Laboratory Technician on a full-time, fixed-term basis through to December 2027. Based at the St Lucia Campus, the role focuses on mammalian cell culture, protein production, aseptic work, and lab compliance to support vaccine development projects.

You will manage CHO cell culture activities, maintain equipment, and help improve testing procedures.

Qualifications

• Degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology or related discipline with relevant experience
• Demonstrated expertise in mammalian cell culture and CHO cell methodologies
• Strong practical knowledge of molecular biology lab methods and equipment
• Advanced capability in cleaning, maintaining, servicing, troubleshooting and calibrating laboratory equipment
• Detailed knowledge of laboratory safety requirements and risk assessments
• Experience maintaining laboratory records, samples and inventories

Responsibilities

• Provide technical laboratory support across methods and equipment, troubleshoot issues, and help develop testing procedures
• Manage CHO cell culture activities, coordinate with researchers for transfections and reporting
• Maintain laboratory operations, equipment servicing, calibration, QA, and waste management
• Support field and lab research by preparing for external site work and ensuring safety and readiness of labs
• Assist with undergraduate lab experiments, materials handling, and outreach activities

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Aseptic technique

Molecular biology

Laboratory documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology/biotechnology or related discipline

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Cell culture facilities

Job description

The Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) at The University of Queensland is hiring an Advanced Laboratory Technician on a full-time, fixed-term basis through to December 2027. Based at the St Lucia Campus, the role focuses on mammalian cell culture, protein production, aseptic work, and lab compliance to support vaccine development projects.

You will manage CHO cell culture activities, maintain equipment, and help improve testing procedures.