Laboratory Officer (BCS), School of Medicine
Description
Laboratory Officer (BCS), School of Medicine
Sydney (Darlinghurst) Campus
Part-time (0.7) opportunity, Ongoing
- Rewarding Opportunity
- Friendly and collaborative environment
- $87,594 (Level 5) + 14.50% superannuation 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 office/school
The Mission of the School of Medicine, Sydney is to develop and train excellent, caring and ethical doctors.
About the role
This position works in collaboration with academic and professional colleagues to provide effective and efficient laboratory support for the MD program.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical, operational and administrative support for teaching and promotional activities within the School.
- Oversee and manage day-to-day activities of laboratories to ensure laboratory operations are running effectively.
- Prepare, set up and pack down the laboratory/teaching spaces and classroom materials to support learning and teaching activities in the School.
- Assist with the coordination, organisation and preparation of resources required for learning and teaching activities including the purchase of equipment and laboratory consumables.
- Maintain stock, including the storage and handling of hazardous substances in accordance with University and legislative guidelines; responsible for servicing of equipment and ensuring it is functional and safe to use.
- Establish and maintain safety documentation such as risk assessments, safety audits and standard operating procedures for laboratory and field activities.
Qualifications, skills & experience
- Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience, or completion of an advanced diploma qualification and at least 1 year’s subsequent relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
- Demonstrated laboratory experience, preferably in tertiary or higher education sectors
- Experience in the demonstration and use of equipment in a learning and teaching environment.
- Demonstrated high level of computer literacy and proficiency using Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Benefits
- Fast paced environment with opportunity for professional growth
- Join the University supporting its students and staff to achieve their career goals – in a personal and positive environment
How to apply
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications closing date: 2 December 2025
Please apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The role may close before the due date if there are a high number of applicants.
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.