What's
the job?
As the
Laboratory
Technician
,
you will report to
Kristina, National Laboratory
Manager
and
join a passionate team committed to ensuring Torrens University Australia delivers an exceptional student learning experience.
The
Laboratory Technician
plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, protected, and engaging learning experiences in specialist teaching laboratories across the Health and Education vertical. Working under the line management of the National Laboratory Manager and day-to-day supervision of a Laboratory Coordinator, the Laboratory Technician
operates
with a high degree of autonomy and technical
expertise
in ensuring resource readiness for laboratory classes as part of the laboratory team.
The Laboratory Technician also contributes to the development of operational procedures, supports student learning activities, and provides technical
expertise
to ensure smooth laboratory operations.
In this role, you will:
Prepare laboratory environments and equipment in readiness for teaching sessions, simulations, and assessments.
Troubleshoot equipment issues promptly
advise
laboratory coordinator
Support Laboratory Coordinators in the development and refinement of standard operating procedures.
Assist the National Lab manager and/or the Laboratory Coordinator in daily operations, supporting the team, and potentially making decisions or taking charge of situations in the Laboratory Coordinators absence
Manage the setup and pack down of practical sessions,



ensuring all resources and equipment are prepared to specification and stored,
recycled
or disposed of appropriately after sessions.
Oversee stock usage and
advise
Laboratory Coordinators on supply levels and reorder requirements.
This is a
casual
position
located
at our
Flinders Street
Camp
us
.
Availability must include Monday
through to
F
riday
approximately 28 hours spread across these business days.
To read more about the role
please click here for Job Description
.
As this role involves manual handling tasks, the recruitment process will include a functional capability assessment for the
preferred
candidate. This step aligns with the updated procedures for this position.
Who you are
:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Minimum of a Bachelor qualification in Health Sciences,
Biomedical Science, Laboratory Technology,
Nursing
or a related discipline
2
years experience
in a health, clinical, science or educational laboratory environment
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to schedule and prioritise effectively
Good communication
and interpersonal skills
Ability to work autonomously and with the team




Appropriately qualified in the relevant discipline for level of teaching (qualified to at least one
Qualification Standards level higher than the course of study being taught)
We encourage career growth and internal mobility:
As we continue to
establish
ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our people-centric approach. Hiring internally, we support professional development, career
advancement
and personal aspirations to make your working life at Torrens Global Education Services (TUA/Think Education/MDS) a more rewarding experience.
Recognising
the talent and contributions of our employees,
we've
built a culture that celebrates community,
collaboration
and innovation, where people love what they do.
Hiring
process
We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward. Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact
******
for confidential support to
ensure
an equitable
, barrier free application process as we have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you through the recruitment process.
We are a 202
5
Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.
Applications close:
7
th
February ****
Job reference:
R
*****
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at
******

📌 Laboratory Technician (Melbourne)
🏢 Torrens University Australia Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 Melbourne