The University of Notre Dame Australia Careers

Laboratory Assistant, School of Nursing and Midwifery
Fremantle Campus
Full-time opportunity, Continuing contract

• Friendly and collaborative work environment
• Rewarding opportunity offering career development
• Level 4 from $73,993 + 14.50% super

About the university

We believe in the power of education to transform lives, strengthen communities and help people become the best version of themselves. The University of Notre Dame Australia is a modern, national Catholic university that serves more than 12,000 students across its campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney. With a community of over 1,000 academic and professional staff, Notre Dame is recognised for its personalised learning environment, strong graduate outcomes and holistic educational philosophy rooted in critical thinking, ethics and the Catholic intellectual tradition.
 
About the role

You will be responsible for the preparation, operation, and maintenance of laboratory equipment and materials include setting up and dismantling experiments, managing inventories, ensuring safety protocols, troubleshooting equipment, and providing technical support.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and pack down laboratory and teaching spaces to support learning activities
• Coordinate and organise resources for classes and practical sessions
• Provide routine technical support, advice and basic equipment instruction
• Assist with experiments, demonstrations and equipment setup
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and workspaces
• Manage stock, including safe storage and handling of hazardous substances in line with regulations
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Conduct routine risk assessments; report and escalate issues as required
• Monitor equipment loans, inspect items, and minimise loss or damage
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and databases (e.g. equipment, chemicals, hazardous materials)
• Provide general administrative support and assist with lab readiness for events (e.g. Open Day)

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Tertiary qualifications at Certificate IV or Diploma level with relevant work related experience, or completion of a post-trades certificate and extensive relevant laboratory experience and on the job training, or completion of a Certificate III with extensive relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Proven Laboratory experience, including laboratory methods and techniques, including laboratory safety, handling hazardous materials.
• Tertiary or higher education sector highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment operation, maintenance and troubleshooting
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues to ensure continuous functionality
• Sound knowledge of laboratory safety standards and compliance requirements
• Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic laboratory environment
• Accurate record-keeping and documentation skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant systems
• Working knowledge of applicable regulations, legislation, policies and procedures

Benefits

• Fitness Passport on offer.
• Generous training and development opportunities.
• Friendly and collaborative working environment.

How to apply

Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications closing date: 5 June 2026

For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.      

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.

The University is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive working and learning environment.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a self-declaration regarding Gender-Based Violence (as required by the National Code) as part of the pre-employment process. For more information on this please refer to our website.

Contact us

Please direct your queries regarding this role to Melissa Schmidt, melissa.schmidt@nd.edu.au

Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.