Overview:
- Full-time, Fixed Term position until 31/12/2025- Salary HEW 5 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements- Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
- About The Position
RMIT is seeking a dedicated Technical Officer to support the day-to-day operations of the Health Biosciences laboratories, primarily in Chemistry and Pharmacy, with flexibility to assist across other STEM spaces as needed. Reporting to the Technical Coordinator, you will provide hands-on technical support, maintain and demonstrate laboratory equipment, prepare spaces for academic activities, and contribute to safe work practices through the development of documentation and implementation of OHS standards. You'll play a key role in ensuring laboratories are clean, safe, well-maintained, and responsive to the needs of staff and students.
To be successful in this position, you’ll have:
1. Demonstrated knowledge/experience in a Chemistry/ Pharmacy laboratory.
- 2. Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining laboratory/workspace-based instruments/equipment relevant to Chemistry/ Pharmacy laboratories and generating appropriate operating documentation.
- 3. Proven track record of building strong relationships with a range of stakeholders, including understanding and embracing a client focused framework.
- 4. Demonstrated understanding of current OH&S; legislation with knowledge of other field or industry regulations or standards related to the field within the scope of the service area.
- 5. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and with a diverse range of people from various backgrounds.
About the College
The STEM College Office Professional staff provide exceptional and efficient support to the College.
The Learning, Teaching and Quality teams support:
- Quality Enhancement
- Learning and Teaching support
The Professional shared services Group delivers service to all four Schools across five distinct functions:
- Student Lifecycle
- Planning & Operations
- Technical Services
- Program & Governance
- WIL & Engagement
Relevant digital solutions - such as Workday - are used by the five teams to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies. The Group’s end-to-end professional support ensures a consistent approach to the operational and strategic functioning of the College and adherence to University policies and procedures.
The STEM College Office qualified staff are instrumental in providing students with a transformative and enriched learning experience, and in supporting our research and engagement administration activities. Centralised in the STEM College Office, at our City and Bundoora campuses, professional staff
members have opportunities to cross-skill, engage in professional development and develop their own career paths.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact
Job Description - Technical Officer
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25 May 2025 11.59 pm
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📌 Technical Officer - Health Biosciences (Pharmacy)
🏢 Rmit University
📍 Melbourne