Scientific Officer (Chemist)

About The Team

The Mathematics Statistics Chemistry and Physics Technical Group plays a vital role in supporting the academic and research excellence of the University. Our team is responsible for the operation and maintenance of undergraduate teaching laboratories as well as the preparation development design and construction of experiments.

Whether its for teaching research or external engagement activities we manage the technical requirements to ensure the smooth delivery of services that support the diverse needs of the University Community.

Your New Role!

To deliver teaching and research technical services with the College of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics the discipline of Mathematics Statistics Chemistry and Physics.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

Responsible for supporting teaching and research activities preparing chemicals and equipment and maintaining clean and safe Chemistry labs. Provides technical guidance to staff and students develops and improves lab experiments maintains instruments and SOPs and ensures compliance with safety and university regulations.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $89396 $96594 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What youll bring to the role:

• A Tertiary degree in Chemistry or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training
• Experience in Chemistry laboratories
• Work as part of a team
• Highly effective communication interpersonal skills and ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety issues associated with Chemical laboratory operations

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see theApplicant Guidefor more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Nigel West Technical Team leader Maths Stats Chemistry and Physics and quote JR104471 as the reference.

Applications Close on 9th November 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.