Scientific Officer (Chemistry)

About the opportunity 

We are currently looking for a Scientific Officer (Chemistry) to support teaching and research in the School of Environment and Sciences South Brisbane laboratories. The position will be primarily supporting teaching activities and on occasion also assisting research facilities and engagement activities. The role also includes the upkeep of laboratory documentation and assisting with H&S compliance.

As a Scientific Officer (Chemistry) you will take on complex challenges using your skills and experience to drive meaningful change. Heres how youll make it matter:

• Provide technical and operational support for teaching e.g. planning; set-up; refreshing; pre-running; using and demonstrating equipment; and dismantling of experiments for teaching laboratories.
• Perform regular calibration minor maintenance and service scheduling of all relevant instrumentation and equipment.
• Provide training and supervision of Scientific Assistants Attendants and Casual staff when they are assigned to the area that is within the remit of the Scientific Officers responsibility.
• Provide technical assistance including advice on sample preparation to Griffith University staff and students and representatives from external organisations as directed by Technical & Core Facility Manager.
• Support ESC outreach and community engagement events and activities as directed by the line managers.

About you
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence ethics and engagement youll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact youll have on every community and every future.

You will also have:

• A degree in Science majoring in Chemistry and relevant practical experience or an equivalent combination of education skills and experience.
• Strong laboratory and technical skills including the ability to plan set up operate and maintain chemistry experiments and equipment in a teaching and research environment.
• Demonstrated experience in risk assessment and laboratory safety particularly in the handling of chemicals biological reagents and scientific instrumentation.
• Excellent documentation and organisational skills with the ability to develop clear procedures resource statements and operational protocols.
• Proven ability to lead train and support technical staff as well as provide expert assistance to students academics and external stakeholders.

Candidates must have full unrestricted Australian work rights and will be subject to a National criminal history check.

What we can offer
This is a full time continuing opportunity based at Brisbane South (Nathan) campus. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary

HEW 5 - Base range - $82415.66 - $92456.55 17% superannuation. Full package range - $96426.31 - $108174.16.

Additional Information :

Why join Griffith 
 
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit ourEquity Diversity and  University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to GriffithsModern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth Talent Acqusition Partner on

Closing date: Tuesday 3rd November at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time