Scientific Officer – Laboratory and Preclinical Experience

About the role

The University is seeking a passionate and highly organised Scientific Officer to support practical teaching and learning across multiple health‑related schools. You will work closely with academic and technical staff to deliver safe, high‑quality laboratory experiences for students.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and maintain laboratory spaces across different facilities, ensuring smooth and safe teaching sessions.
• Collaborate with academic staff and course convenors to develop and deliver best‑practice practical teaching activities.
• Manage equipment and consumables, including stocktakes, procurement, maintenance and calibration to industry standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation such as lab resource statements, risk assessments and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical instruction and support to staff and contribute to workshops, special events and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Relevant health or science degree, or equivalent training and experience in a technical support environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting clinical, pre‑clinical, simulation or laboratory‑based teaching activities.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing demands.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work with academic and technical teams.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering safe, inclusive learning environments.

Required skills

• Laboratory equipment set‑up, maintenance and calibration.
• Stock management, procurement and consumable handling.
• Risk assessment and development of standard operating procedures.
• Technical instruction and support for teaching staff.

What we offer

• Full‑time, continuing position based at the Gold Coast campus, with occasional work at other sites.
• Salary range $82,415 – $92,456 per annum (HEW Level 5) plus 17% superannuation.
• Salary packaging options, corporate health discounts and generous leave entitlements.
• Opportunities for internal mobility and professional development.
• Supportive, inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity.