Laboratory Technician

21 hours ago


Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Laboratory Technician (Biomedical and Bioengineering)**:
**Position Number**: 0063973
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Full-time; Continuing
**Faculty**: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
**Salary**: UOM 6 - $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Supports the day-to-day operations of laboratories, maintaining equipment and assisting academic staff to ensure effective lab use.
- Work across a variety of specialised laboratories in biomedical and bioengineering research and teaching.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment

**About the Role**
The Laboratory Technician will support the day-to-day operations of the Biomedical and Bioengineering Cluster's laboratories, working closely with the cluster lead to maintain and operate laboratory equipment. Responsibilities include assisting academic staff in the effective use of equipment across a diverse range of laboratories, such as PC2, chemistry, biomechanics, and imaging, to support research and teaching. The role may also involve working across other clusters within the Laboratory and Technical Services team.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Provide technical expertise and support for teaching and research activities, advising staff and students on the effective use of specialist laboratory equipment.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, including scheduling services, repairs, calibration, and ensuring safety compliance.
- Manage laboratory inventory, procurement of consumables, and facilitate the purchase of new equipment while meeting OHS and operational requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Quality and OHS regulations, conducting inspections, audits, and maintaining accurate documentation for teaching and research activities.

**Who we are looking for**
You will have strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will be adept at prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines in a high-volume environment, while maintaining excellent customer service. Additionally, you will demonstrate initiative in contributing to planning and have a sound understanding of Australian occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation and laboratory regulations.

You will also have:

- A relevant degree and/or trade, or equivalent combination of experience and education in supporting teaching and research facilities in higher education or industry R&D (Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering focus).
- Experience in cell/tissue or bacteria cultivation, animal/in vivo work, imaging (histology/microscopy, microCT), or bio-mechanical testing and analysis.
- Experience working in a PC2 laboratory, preferably OGTR-certified, with chemical handling/management.
- Familiarity with working in shared/multi-disciplinary laboratory environments.

**For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.**

**Please note**: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your new team -** Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT)**

**What we offer you**
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page

**The University of Melbourne**
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**Be yourself**
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

**Join Us**
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- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the
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