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Technical Officer, Natural Sciences


Job Location:

Darwin - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 12 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 9 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

From collections to fieldwork: Build a career of scientific discovery at MAGNT!

Join the team at MAGNT!

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Territorys premier cultural and scientific institution welcoming more than 300000 visitors each year. Our museums and heritage sites are places of discovery learning and connection loved by locals and a mustsee for Territory visitors.

Working at MAGNT means being part of a passionate creative and communityfocused organisation that connects people to the stories cultures and histories of the Northern Territory and our region.

Why Join MAGNT

  • Work in one of Australias most unique cultural environments.
  • Experience a diverse and rewarding role that combines collections management scientific research support specimen preparation and public engagement
  • Participate in exciting fieldwork and scientific research projects.
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements including parttime options.
  • Be part of an organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.

MAGNT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the role

Full-time Ongoing

Salary: $74984 per annum 12% super

Location: Darwin NT

Join the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory as a Technical Officer Natural Sciences and build a career at the intersection of science discovery and conservation. Working with exceptional natural history collections youll provide technical assistance in the implementation of the collections program for MAGNTs Natural Sciences section support collection management research field-based projects and public engagement activities while contributing to the understanding and preservation of Northern Australias unique biodiversity.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on scientific work values collaboration and is ready to be part of a team making a lasting impact on the Territorys natural heritage.

Ready to make an impact

Click Hereto read the full job description and selection criteria (PDF download)

Application Instructions

Please ensure you complete all components of your application:

SelectApply Nowand respond to all application questions.
Responses should clearly demonstrate how your experience skills education and training align with the requirements of the role.

Submit a resume and a onepage cover letteroutlining:
why you are interested in this role and
what skills experience and personal qualities you would bring to our team.

Applications close: Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 11:59pm ACST

For further Information

For further information please contact:
Dr Kirsti Abbott
Head of Science
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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority