Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a highly organised and enthusiastic Laboratory Technician to join our Science Department for a fixed-term leave replacement for the duration of Term 4 2026 .
This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career candidates to support the delivery of engaging and high‑quality practical science programs for students in Years 5–12.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the STEM Laboratory Manager, the Laboratory Technician plays a key role in supporting teaching staff and ensuring the effective operation of science laboratories.
- Prepare, test and set up experiments, practical activities and demonstrations
- Maintain laboratories, equipment and scientific resources
- Manage stock, purchasing and inventory systems
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements
- Maintain laboratory records, documentation and digital resources
- Collaborate with teaching staff to enhance practical learning experiences
Skills and Experience
- You are a proactive and detail‑oriented qualified who thrives in a collaborative school environment. You will bring:
- Experience supporting science laboratories (school‑based experience highly regarded)
- Strong organisational, administrative and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving ability
- High‑level digital literacy (Microsoft Office; Synergetic experience advantageous)
- A positive, flexible and team‑oriented approach
- A commitment to maintaining safe laboratory practices
- Applications from recent graduates or early-career candidates are encouraged.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Science, particularly in Biology
- Victorian Working With Children Check (Employee) is required prior to commencement.
- Driver’s licence to collect supplies and materials.