The University of Notre Dame Australia Careers

Description

Laboratory Officer, School of Health Sciences
Sydney Campus
Full-time opportunity, Continuing contract

• Friendly and collaborative environment
• Rewarding opportunity
• $87,594 pa (level 5) + 14.5% superannuation

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 school

The School of Health Sciences offers an extensive range of quality accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to engage students from learning opportunities in class through to professional workplace experience.
 
About the role

The Laboratory Officer oversees the efficient operation of laboratory services by preparing and maintaining equipment, facilities, and resources while ensuring safety, organisation, and compliance with policies. Working collaboratively with academic and professional staff, the role supports teaching and research through technical assistance, troubleshooting, inventory management, and the continuous improvement of laboratory environments. This role will be responsible for multiple courses within Biomedical Sciences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during practical sessions by assisting staff, researchers, and students, demonstrating correct equipment use, and troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Maintain laboratories by preparing spaces, managing inventory, keeping accurate resource and maintenance records, and ensuring all equipment is calibrated, safe, and operational.
• Support academic, research, and HDR activities by advising on equipment needs, overseeing small technical projects, and assisting with workshop or dissertation-related tasks.
• Ensure safety and compliance by maintaining documentation such as risk assessments, SOPs, and audit records, and implementing new safety procedures when required.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies for equipment servicing, procurement, and delivery of laboratory materials using university financial systems.
• Collaborate effectively within the professional and academic staff to support teaching, research, curriculum delivery, and continuous improvement through active participation in team discussions.

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 with strong knowledge of lab operations, equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and equipment demonstrations in learning environments.
• Demonstrated capability in maintaining equipment inventories, including servicing and upkeep.
• Strong operational, organisational, and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and produce high‑quality documentation and reports.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for working with staff, students, and suppliers, supported by a record of preparing accurate technical documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and high proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office and student administration systems, with the ability to learn and implement new systems.

Benefits

• Fast paced environment with opportunity for professional growth
• 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: 20 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 Haritha Garlapati, [email protected]

Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.