Technical Officer, Cell Culture

About the role

RMIT is recruiting a full-time, continuing Technical Officer, Cell Culture, based at the Bundoora campus but able to work at other campuses when needed. Working under the guidance of the Technical Coordinator, the officer oversees the day-to-day operation of cell culture laboratories and associated STEM laboratory spaces, provides specialist technical expertise and supports teaching and research. The role contributes to laboratory quality systems, biosafety compliance, user training and the introduction of new technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain mammalian and primary cell cultures, including passaging, cryopreservation, contamination screening and cell line authentication
• Support laboratory quality systems, biosafety compliance and user training
• Help introduce new technologies and laboratory methods that improve teaching and research outcomes
• Maintain laboratory records, documentation, inventories and quality assurance processes in line with standards and procedures

Required profile

• Degree in cell biology, biological sciences, biomedical science or a related discipline, with relevant laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of cell culture and/or virology in a laboratory setting
• Experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting specialised laboratory equipment
• Sound understanding of laboratory health and safety, biosafety and risk management, including safe handling of biological materials
• Experience supporting the implementation of new laboratory technologies, techniques and compliance documentation
• Desirable: experience in a university, research or teaching laboratory, and experience supporting laboratory-based learning or technical training

Required skills

• Aseptic technique, mammalian cell culture, passaging, cryopreservation, cell counting, viability assessment and cell line authentication
• Chain-of-custody requirements
• Current First Aid, Biosafety or other relevant laboratory safety certification, or willingness to obtain it
• Knowledge of microbiology and related techniques is desirable

Applicants must pass a Working with Children and National Police check. Applications close 20 November 2026.