Technical Officer, Microbiology

• 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

As the Technical Officer, Microbiology, you will support the operation of microbiology laboratories and STEM laboratory spaces, providing specialist expert advice for teaching and research activities. Reporting to the Technical Coordinator, you will contribute to laboratory operations, quality systems, biosafety compliance, equipment maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives that support safe, compliant and high-performing laboratory environments. You will apply microbiology knowledge to support laboratory methodologies, quality processes, teaching activities and the management of laboratory documentation, biosafety requirements and chain-of-custody procedures.

To be successful, you will have:

• A degree in microbiology, biological sciences or a related discipline, with relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in microbiological techniques, including aseptic technique, culturing, staining and microbial identification.
• Experience providing technical advice and support within microbiology laboratory environments.
• Ability to operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and processes using sound technical judgement.
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety, biosafety and risk management requirements.
• Experience with laboratory quality systems, quality assurance processes, documentation and compliance activities, including NATA or ISO environments.
• Knowledge of chain-of-custody requirements and management of laboratory samples and records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support a broad range of stakeholders.
• Experience implementing or supporting new laboratory techniques, technologies or methodologies.

Desirable:

• Experience in a university, research, teaching or diagnostic laboratory environment.
• Experience supporting laboratory-based teaching activities or practical classes.
• Current First Aid, Biosafety or similar laboratory safety certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Experience collaborating with academic, research, technical and professional staff to support teaching and research outcomes.

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 providing students with a transformative and enriched learning experience, and in supporting our research and engagement administration activities. Centralised in the STEM College Office, at our City and Bundoora campuses, professional staff members have opportunities to cross-skill, engage in professional development and develop their own career paths.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below.

Position Description

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Applications close on 20 November 2026 at 11.59pm.

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact us via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.