Microbiology Lab Technician - Teaching & Research Support

RMIT; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RMIT University in Melbourne is seeking a Technical Officer, Microbiology to support microbiology and cell biology labs within STEM College. You will assist with day-to-day operations, maintain equipment and resources, and help staff and students with practical activities.

The role emphasizes aseptic techniques, environmental monitoring, safety and quality standards, and collaboration with academics and researchers. A tertiary microbiology qualification and hands-on lab experience are required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in microbiology or related field with lab experience.
• Hands-on microbiology techniques incl aseptic, culturing, staining, identification.
• Experience operating and maintaining lab equipment, with documentation.
• Strong organisational skills and accurate record-keeping.
• Excellent communication and ability to support diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day laboratory operations support for microbiology and cell biology labs.
• Maintain equipment and laboratory resources, inventories and documentation.
• Assist staff and students with practical activities and experiments.
• Contribute to health, safety and quality standards and procedures.
• Support teaching and research activities within STEM College.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Microbiology techniques

Lab equipment

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

OH&S knowledge

Teaching support

University lab experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in microbiology or related discipline with lab experience

Tools

Lab equipment troubleshooting

Job description

RMIT University in Melbourne is seeking a Technical Officer, Microbiology to support microbiology and cell biology labs within STEM College. You will assist with day-to-day operations, maintain equipment and resources, and help staff and students with practical activities.

The role emphasizes aseptic techniques, environmental monitoring, safety and quality standards, and collaboration with academics and researchers. A tertiary microbiology qualification and hands-on lab experience are required.