Scientific Officer

• Contribute to cutting-edge biomedical teaching and research support
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2026
• Base salary range: $95231 $100643 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation
• Position primarily based at QEII Medical Centre Nedlands

About the area

Technical Services supports UWAs teaching and research goals by providing expert discipline-specific knowledge across a broad range of biomedical science disciplines. The team works closely with academic staff to deliver high-quality laboratory fieldwork and research support while maintaining a strong focus on safety compliance and continuous improvement. This role sits within the Biomedical Sciences portfolio supporting areas such as infection and immunity pathology pharmacology pharmacy and biochemistry.

About the opportunity

• Provide high-level technical expertise to support teaching and research in biomedical sciences PC2 laboratoies
• Prepare and set up materials equipment and instrumentation working collaboratively with academic and technical teams
• Demonstrate develop and optimise laboratory techniques and supervise others in the use of specialised equipment modelling best practice in safe laboratory operations

About you

• Relevant tertiary or technical qualification or equivalent competency
• Substantial relevant technical experience at an appropriate level
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Proven ability in implementing a range of policies and procedures to support teaching and research from a technical and scientific perspective

Position description: PD - Scientific Officer (521411).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Sarah Power at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 5 October 2025

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.

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