The University of Notre Dame Australia Careers

Laboratory Officer, School of Medicine
Fremantle Campus
Part-time opportunity (0.6), Continuing contract

• Friendly and collaborative work environment
• Rewarding opportunity offering career development
• Level 5 from $79,954 + 14.50% super (pro-rata)

About the university

The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.
 
About the role

The Laboratory Officer ensures the smooth operation of laboratory services by preparing and maintaining equipment, facilities, and resources for the Basic and Clinical Science courses within the School of Medicine. The role supports teaching and research by setting up and cleaning labs, managing inventory, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, and providing technical support. It also ensures safety, compliance, and continuous improvement to enhance the overall learning and research environment. Knowledge and experience with anatomy, physiology and/or Biomedical Sciences would be desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical operations support to academic staff, researchers, and students during practical sessions and experiments.
• Demonstrate proper operating techniques for laboratory equipment and assist with technical instructions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions to ensure smooth laboratory operations.
• Advise and assist Academic, Research staff and (HDR) students with equipment needs.
• Supervise technical projects for small groups, dissertation projects and small workshop classes.
• Maintain detailed laboratory resource statements, preparation notes and ensure that laboratories are prepared for school activities.
• Manage calibration, maintenance and ensure equipment is safe, functional and ready use.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, equipment conditions, maintenance schedules, and safety procedures.
• Maintain safety documentation, including risk assessments, safety audits, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation for audits, assessments, and compliance checks.
• Organise with internal and external agencies to service specialised equipment.
• Liaise with external agencies and suppliers for the ordering and receiving laboratory materials and equipment as required by utilising the university financial system.
• Implement new safety procedures and advise staff and students.
• Collaborate effectively with academic and professional staff to meet the needs of teaching, research, and student learning.
• Work as part of a team to support the smooth operation of laboratory services and the delivery of the curriculum as well as actively participate in team meetings through sharing ideas and contributing to discussions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory practices, processes, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay updated with advancements in laboratory technologies and techniques, incorporating relevant updates into laboratory operations.

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Relevant tertiary degree or a qualification such as an advanced diploma with at least 1 year of relevant experience, a diploma with 2 years of experience, a Certificate IV with extensive experience, a post-trades certificate with more than 2 years of experience as a technician, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven laboratory experience, preferably in tertiary or higher education sectors
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols, with experience demonstrating and using equipment in a learning environment.
• Experience in the operation and demonstration of equipment in a learning and teaching environment
• Demonstrated experience maintaining equipment inventory including its servicing
• Excellent operational, organisational and administration skills including the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Proven record of preparing high quality documentation and reporting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for liaising with staff, students, and suppliers along with proven experience in preparing high-quality, accurate documentation.
• Proven problem-solving abilities to address technical issues and ensure safe laboratory practices.
• High level of competency in various software packages including Microsoft Office Suite,

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: 17 March 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.

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.