Biological Technical Officer

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus
• Full-time and continuing
• $86,744 - $97,290 (HEW 5) + 17% superannuation

• Unlock hands-on discovery - preparing labs where students build the practical skills that define a biologist. 
• Make science real by turning lectures into working experiments students can see, touch and understand. 
• Protect people and the planet through expert safety and chemical handling that keeps everyone secure every single day. 
• Fuel research by keeping equipment running and materials ready so scientists can focus on breakthroughs, not logistics. 
• Shape future biologists by collaborating with teachers to design practicals that inspire confidence and curiosity in every student. 

• You will work with cutting-edge equipment and instrumentation, building technical expertise in microscopy, analytical tools and specialised lab systems that boost your career prospects. 
• You're part of a collaborative, supportive team that values your contribution - working alongside passionate academics and dedicated colleagues who respect technical expertise. 
• You gain genuine job security and stability in a university setting with clear career development pathways and opportunities to grow your skills over time. 
• You see the direct impact of your work every day - watching students succeed in practicals you've prepared and knowing you've made their learning possible. 
• You master diverse skills across botany, chemistry, molecular biology and general lab practice, making you highly versatile and increasingly valuable in any lab environment.

• Fire up the lab - prepping specimens, calibrating gear and mixing reagents so students can dive straight into discovery. 
• Be the troubleshooter - fix equipment glitches and coach students through techniques that actually work, live in the lab. 
• Keep the prep room humming - restocking kits, nailing safety records and staying one step ahead of chaos. 
• Team up with lecturers to crack experiments that aren't cooperating, then test your fixes before rolling them out. 
• Tackle real challenges daily - from dodging contamination to mastering chemical safety like a pro. 
  
  

• You'll work with award-winning teaching staff who collaborate openly and genuinely value your technical expertise.
• You're part of a tight-knit team in the School of Life and Environmental Sciences where colleagues support each other and celebrate wins together.
• The team embraces a hands-on approach - you'll contribute ideas and help shape how labs evolve, not just follow procedures.
• You'll join a supportive environment where teamwork thrives and your contributions to student success are recognised and appreciated.

• Hold a tertiary qualification in biological sciences or laboratory technology with solid chemistry expertise, enabling you to prepare solutions, buffers and reagents with precision across general, molecular and specialized practicals.
• You bring demonstrated dissection skills and practical knowledge of safe specimen preparation, handling, storage and disposal - essential for supporting dissection-based classes and guiding students safely through complex techniques.
• Your molecular biology background, combined with hands-on laboratory experience, allows you to operate specialised instrumentation, prepare media and maintain contamination-control procedures that keep molecular practicals running smoothly.
• You're familiar with university systems and protocols - understanding laboratory safety, risk assessment, hazardous substances, waste management and compliance requirements that govern tertiary teaching labs.
• You've supported undergraduate biology teaching laboratories through full practical cycles (prep, delivery, pack-down), with strong time management and the ability to juggle competing teaching demands while working independently or collaboratively.

Please submit your current resume and a short covering letter outlining your skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion, or for further questions regarding this role, please contact Cuong Huynh (Technical Services Coordinator, Life Sciences) via cuong.huynh@deakin.edu.au 

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Technical Officer 589879.pdf

Please note that only candidates with full working rights in Australia will be considered for this position. 

Deakin is a globally recognised university committed to making a positive impact through education, research and innovation. Our success is driven by our people, and we're dedicated to creating a workplace where individuals feel supported, valued and empowered to do their best work.

We offer a collaborative and inclusive culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the flexibility to balance work and life. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working with Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

As part of Deakin's commitment to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, successful candidates will be required to complete relevant pre-employment checks, which may include a Working with Children Check and declarations relating to gender-based violence in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.

Any information provided will be treated confidentially and assessed only where relevant to the requirements of the role and Deakin's duty of care obligations. A declaration does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment.

Advertised: 26 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 09 Nov 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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