Technical Officer

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Griffith University invites applications for a full-time fixed-term Technical Officer to support PC2, chemistry and laboratories at the Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics on the Gold Coast. The role emphasizes instrument maintenance, consumables procurement, refurbishment and installation, process qualification and compliance to uphold safety and certification. Ideal candidates hold tertiary qualifications in chemical or biological science or have proven lab operations experience in physical containment and compliance, plus a track record of developing SOPs, risk assessments and training records. This two-year HEW Level 5 role offers $79,705–$89,416 plus 17% super. Apply online with a tailored covering letter and CV by 24 October 2025; references are not required. Visa sponsorship is not available. For more information contact [email protected].

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university.  You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

Griffith University's Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics brings together Griffith’s formidable strengths in biomedical research. By combining the outstanding discovery and translational research, infrastructure, and training expertise of the Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery, the Institute for Glycomics and biomedical teams from within the former Menzies Health Institute Queensland we will deliver real and immediate impacts locally and globally, transforming the lives of people around the world, especially those in disadvantaged communities.

The Technical Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operational support of PC2, chemistry and other laboratories within the Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics. This includes equipment support, maintenance, compliance and general health and safety.  

Key responsibilities include: 

• Regular maintenance of instruments and troubleshooting equipment problems to ensure minimal downtime.
• Ensuring stocks of general and specific consumables for the core instruments and PPE are maintained.
• Submitting maintenance requests as required.
• Assist with refurbishment, modification and installation of new equipment as and when required and assist in the process qualification of equipment.
• Assisting with compliance tasks required to maintain certification of the laboratories, general laboratory and maintenance support.

About you
The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in chemical or biological science and/or work experience in physical containment, biosecurity containment and/or chemistry laboratory operations and compliance. 

You will have relevant experience in maintaining laboratory safety standards, managing equipment maintenance and developing operation/instruction laboratory manuals (e.g. SOPs, risk assessments, training Registers).

What we can offer
This is a fixed term (two years), full-time position and will be primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The base salary for a HEW Level 5 is in the range $79,705 to $89,416 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $93,255 to $104,617 per annum.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact [email protected].

For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 373 54011 and quote reference number REF8665I.

Closing date: Friday, 24 October 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.