Technical Officer

Griffith Universitys Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics brings together Griffiths formidable strengths in biomedical research. By combining the outstanding discovery and translational research infrastructure and training expertise of the Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery the Institute for Glycomics and biomedical teams from within the former Menzies Health Institute Queensland we will deliver real and immediate impacts locally and globally transforming the lives of people around the world especially those in disadvantaged communities.

The Technical Officer is responsible for the day-to-day operational support of PC2 chemistry and other laboratories within the Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics. This includes equipment support maintenance compliance and general health and safety.  

Key responsibilities include: 

• Regular maintenance of instruments and troubleshooting equipment problems to ensure minimal downtime.
• Ensuring stocks of general and specific consumables for the core instruments and PPE are maintained.
• Submitting maintenance requests as required.
• Assist with refurbishment modification and installation of new equipment as and when required and assist in the process qualification of equipment.
• Assisting with compliance tasks required to maintain certification of the laboratories general laboratory and maintenance support.

About you
The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in chemical or biological science and/or work experience in physical containment biosecurity containment and/or chemistry laboratory operations and compliance. 

You will have relevant experience in maintaining laboratory safety standards managing equipment maintenance and developing operation/instruction laboratory manuals (e.g. SOPs risk assessments training Registers).

What we can offer
This is a fixed term (two years) full-time position and will be primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The base salary for a HEW Level 5 is in the range $79705 to $89416 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $93255 to $104617 per annum.

Additional Information :

Why 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
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
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 our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

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

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role please contact .

For application support please contact People Services on (07)and quote reference number REF8665I.

Closing date: Friday 24 October 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time