Laboratory Assistant

• Full time, fixed term for 12 months
• Exciting opportunity to be a Laboratory Assistant with Associate Professor Jingjing You
• Base Salary starting from $83,038 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.

We are seeking a Technical / Laboratory Assistant to provide technical support and research assistance within a laboratory environment. The role involves preparing laboratories for experiments and teaching activities, supporting research and data collection, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring safe and compliant laboratory operations.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide technical support and research assistance to staff, students and researchers within the laboratory
• prepare the laboratory for experiments, practicals and tutorials in accordance with scientific protocols
• assist with experiments in collaboration with researchers, students and technical staff
• train staff, visitors and students in the safe operation of laboratory equipment
• coordinate cleaning and sterilisation of laboratory materials, tools and equipment
• maintain laboratory supplies and equipment, including coordinating maintenance and repairs
• assist with the safe storage and disposal of hazardous substances
• support a clean and safe laboratory environment in line with health and safety requirements
• assist with preparation of scientific documentation, including data collection and analysis
• undertake other duties and projects appropriate within the classification level as required.

About you

• certificate iii, certificate iv, diploma or equivalent qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• certified to work in a laboratory
• experience working in a laboratory environment and handling hazardous substances
• experience implementing safety requirements and maintaining safe work practices
• experience using databases or statistical analysis programs
• strong organisation and time management skills with attention to detail
• ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au.

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Applications Close

Sunday 10 May 2026 11:59 PM