Technical Officer

• Location: Ararat - Must reside in an area classified as MM2–MM7 under the Modified Monash Model (MMM) 2023
• Full time and fixed-term until December 2026
• HEW 5 $83,407 - $93, % Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in. 

Who are we?

Deakin is a cutting-edge public university in Victoria, revolutionising education with 61,000 students across five campuses: Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, Warrnambool, and our dynamic online Campus. We're proud to be a progressive and open-minded university, delivering the highest student satisfaction in Victoria and consistently ranked in the top 1% of the world's universities.

About the role:

The Technical Officer plays a vital role in supporting the academic teaching and research activities within the School of Medicine by delivering high-quality technical and operational services. Working collaboratively with the broader Technical Team, the position ensures safe and compliant practices in areas such as biological and chemical management, inventory control, and waste disposal.

Please note that this is an on-site position, due to the hands-on and practical nature of the role.

The successful candidate must reside in an area classified as MM2–MM7 under the Modified Monash Model (MMM) 2023, which defines regional, rural, and remote areas based on remoteness, road distance, and town size to help support equitable health workforce distribution across Australia.

As a Technical Officer, you will:

• Provide technical expertise for the School's teaching programs. Complete set up and pack down of practical classes and examinations, including preparation and maintenance of human and animal specimens, simulation mannequins and models, clinical equipment, molecular biology materials.
• Coordinate on a day-to-day basis, materials and equipment requirements of staff and students for the running of practical classes, clarifying expectations and responding promptly to resolve technical problems, issues, and requirements to ensure client needs met to agreed standards and timelines.
• Understand local processes, prepare standard documents, manage records, regularly track progress of work tasks, and identify key issues.
• Recognise the importance of teamwork and of effective communication amongst team members and build rapport within immediate team and diverse range of stakeholders in ways that are respectful and inclusive of others.
• Support operations on site during assessment periods and other critical activities related to the teaching of the MD program.

To be successful, you'll have:

• Completion of a Degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or
• Completion of an Associate Diploma and at least two years subsequent relevant work experience; or
• Completion of a Post-Trades Certificate or Advanced Certificate and extensive relevant experience as a Technician; or
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting, ideally within a tertiary education environment.
• Good knowledge of OH&S (Occupational Health and Safety) principles and an understanding of the requirements for safety when working with biological and chemical hazards.

Here's how to apply:

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Fiona Fraser (Laboratory Manager) via email at

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

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Applications for this position close on Monday 29th September 2025.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.