Technical Officer, Mass Spectrometry

Western Sydney University; Penrith; Hybrid; AUD 87,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options for onsite/at

Novated motor vehicle leasing

Health and wellbeing support

Onsite childcare

Job summary

Western Sydney University invites applications for a full-time HEW Level 5 position at Campbelltown campus, supporting the Mass Spectrometry Research Facility. You will provide advanced technical support, training and instrument expertise to researchers, ensuring reliable analytical services and safe operation of equipment.

You will operate, calibrate and maintain MS systems, contribute to method development, and manage lab records and SOPs while collaborating with staff, students and partners.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate qualification in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry or Biochemistry or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in a chemistry laboratory or related facility.
• Experience providing technical support and instruction in labs.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support and training for researchers using the Mass Spectrometry Research Facility.
• Operate, calibrate and maintain complex analytical equipment.
• Maintain laboratory records, safety data sheets and SOPs.

Skills

Technical support

Lab training

Mass spectrometry equipment use

Education

Analytical Chemistry/Biochemistry/C Chemistry degree or equivalent

Tools

Mass spectrometry hardware

Job description

23h ago , from University of Western Sydney

• Full-time, Ongoing position at HEW Level 5.
• Campbelltown campus with flexible working arrangements.
• Salary: $87,065 – $98,462 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Provide technical support, training and instrument expertise for researchers using the Mass Spectrometry Research Facility.

The Opportunity

You will provide advanced technical support, training and laboratory services within the Mass Spectrometry Research Facility. Your work will support multidisciplinary research by maintaining reliable analytical services, managing sample analysis and helping researchers use specialised instrumentation safely and effectively.

You will operate, calibrate and maintain complex analytical equipment, including mass spectrometry systems. You will contribute to analytical method development, laboratory preparation, instrument troubleshooting and the delivery of research projects for internal and external users.

You will also maintain laboratory records, chemical inventories, Safety Data Sheets and Standard Operating Procedures. Working with academic staff, students, technical teams, suppliers and research partners, you will help manage competing priorities while maintaining safety, regulatory compliance and operational continuity.

What Success Looks Like:

• Deliver reliable technical support, training and analytical services to researchers and students.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot and maintain complex laboratory instrumentation.
• Maintain current laboratory procedures, safety records and chemical inventories.
• Support research throughput through effective laboratory preparation and sample analysis.
• Identify and contribute to improvements in technical operations and analytical workflows.

Please refer to the Position Descriptionfor full details.

About You

• An undergraduate qualification in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in a chemistry laboratory or closely related facility.
• Experience providing technical support and instruction within laboratory or other specialised practical environments.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience using and maintaining analytical chemistry or mass spectrometry equipment is highly regarded.

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.
• Position Enquiries: Direct to Rishi Pandey, Facility Research Manager - Next Generation Sequencingvia ********@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1885G.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Friday 30 October 2026
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of your fulltime working rights in Australia for the full term of the appointment at time of application.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact ***************@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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