Laboratory Support Officer

Macquarie University

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia
From $86,087 py; 17% super; annual leave loading
Onsite
Pc2 research laboratories
Laboratory inductions and access compliance
Laboratory facilities and equipment maintenance
Macquarie University is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Laboratory Support Officer to ensure the smooth operation of its PC2 research laboratories. The role involves providing operational, technical, and logistical support, fostering a collaborative scientific environment while promoting safety and compliance

Job Summary

  • This role plays a critical part in ensuring our laboratories operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest regulatory standards.
  • The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences is a leader in biomedical, translational, and health services research, with strengths spanning neurosciences, dementia, cancer medicine, vascular science, pain research, and more.
  • Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Macquarie University is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Laboratory Support Officer to ensure the smooth operation of its PC2 research laboratories. The role involves providing operational, technical, and logistical support, fostering a collaborative scientific environment while promoting safety and compliance.

Salary

From $86,087 per annum; 17% superannuation; annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PC2 research laboratories
  • laboratory inductions and access compliance
  • laboratory facilities and equipment maintenance
  • safety, chemical handling, waste disposal
  • collaboration with researchers and students

Nice-to-have

  • service-focused professional
  • hands-on and dirty work
  • continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Degree in a relevant field or equivalent
  • Experience supporting laboratory operations
  • Knowledge of workplace health and safety
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience providing basic equipment technical support
  • Relevant vaccinations
  • National Police Check

Work Rights

Valid Australian working rights

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