Overview

Full-time, Continuing position Salary HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About You

You are an experienced and collaborative laboratory professional with a passion for supporting teaching, research and innovation. You enjoy working in a technically advanced laboratory environment, providing expert advice and building positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You bring strong technical capability, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to creating safe, inclusive and high-performing laboratory environments.

Role Overview

As the Technical Officer, Cell Culture, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of cell culture laboratories and associated STEM laboratory spaces. Working under the guidance of the Technical Coordinator, you will provide specialist technical expertise, support teaching and research activities, maintain laboratory infrastructure and equipment, and contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory practices and capabilities. You will apply your expertise in cell culture techniques, including maintaining mammalian and primary cell cultures, passaging, cryopreservation, contamination screening and cell line authentication. The role also supports laboratory quality systems, biosafety compliance, user training and the introduction of new technologies and laboratory methods that enhance teaching and research outcomes.

Responsibilities & Requirements

- A degree qualification in cell biology, biological sciences, biomedical science or a related discipline,



together with relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in cell culture and/or virology within a laboratory environment.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency in cell culture techniques, including aseptic technique, mammalian cell culture, passaging, cryopreservation, cell counting, viability assessment, cell line authentication and contamination screening.
- Experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting specialised laboratory equipment and supporting complex laboratory activities with sound judgement and technical expertise.
- Sound understanding of laboratory health and safety, biosafety requirements and risk management practices, including the safe handling of biological materials.
- Knowledge of chain-of-custody requirements
- Experience maintaining laboratory records, documentation, inventories and quality assurance processes in compliance with relevant standards and procedures.
- Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with students, researchers, academics and professional staff.
- A commitment to delivering responsive,



client-focused service and contributing to an inclusive and supportive team culture.
- Experience supporting the implementation of recent laboratory technologies, techniques, improvements, compliance documentation that enhance teaching, research or laboratory capability.

Desirable

- Experience working in a university, research or teaching laboratory environment.
- Experience supporting laboratory-based learning activities, practical classes or technical training programs.
- Current First Aid, Biosafety or other relevant laboratory safety certification, or a willingness to obtain these qualifications.
- Knowledge or experience in microbiology and related laboratory techniques.

Please Note

Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the College

The STEM College Office Professional staff provide exceptional and efficient support to the College. The Learning, Teaching and Quality teams support: Quality Enhancement Learning and Teaching support The Professional shared services Group delivers service to all four Schools across five distinct functions: Student Lifecycle Planning & Operations Technical Services Program & Governance WIL & Engagement Relevant digital solutions – such as Workday – are used by the five teams to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies. The Group’s end-to-end professional support ensures a consistent approach to the operational and strategic functioning of the College and adherence to University policies and procedures. The STEM College Office professional staff are instrumental in p

📌 Technical Officer, Cell Culture (Melbourne)
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