"Laboratory Operations Support Officer"

PRIMARY DETAIL

• Salary Package: From $86,087 (HEW Level 5) per annum, plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Appointment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), continuing position
• Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Enable world-class biomedical research through operational excellence and hands-on laboratory support.

Macquarie University is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Laboratory Operations Support Officer to support the day-to-day operations of its PC2 research laboratories within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS).

This role plays a critical part in ensuring our laboratories operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest regulatory standards. Working closely with researchers, students, and the Lab Operations team, you will provide essential operational, technical, and logistical support that enables high-quality biomedical research across diverse and impactful fields.

If you enjoy working in a collaborative scientific environment, thrive on organisation and problem-solving, and are passionate about safety and service excellence, this is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to research that makes a real-world difference.

About the Role

Reporting to the Research Operations Manager, the Laboratory Operations Support Officer supports the effective operation of Macquarie University’s PC2 research laboratories by providing practical, operational, and technical assistance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the coordination and delivery of laboratory inductions and access compliance.
• Providing day-to-day operational and basic technical support across laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Maintaining laboratory readiness through organisation, documentation, and coordination of servicing and repairs.
• Supporting safety, chemical handling, waste disposal, and compliance activities, including audits and inspections.
• Working collaboratively with researchers, students, contractors, and facility teams to ensure smooth laboratory operations.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflows, efficiency, and equipment use.

About Us

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.

FMHHS operates Macquarie University’s largest PC2 research facility, comprising state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with advanced microscopy, imaging, histology, flow cytometry, next-generation sequencing, analytical chemistry platforms, and electrophysiology capabilities. Our facilities support cutting-edge research and foster collaboration across disciplines.

About You

You are a highly organised and service-focused professional who thrives in a lab setting and genuinely enjoys helping others succeed. You are ready to step in wherever you are needed, even when the work is hands-on or dirty, to complete a job.

Key Selection Criteria

• A degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience,
• Demonstrated experience supporting laboratory operations, ideally within a PC2 environment,
• Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety principles, including chemical handling and waste management,
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities,
• A collaborative, service-focused approach with strong communication and interpersonal skills,
• Experience providing basic equipment technical support or training on laboratory facilities, and
• Sound understanding of manual handling techniques and safe work practices.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in histology techniques, e.g., tissue embedding, cutting, and staining; and optimisation of protocols.

Other Specific Requirements:

• Relevant vaccinations related to contact with biohazardous material are required for this role (e.g., tetanus). Applicants with questions or concerns are encouraged to consult with Tamara Leo or myself as per contact details below.
• National Police Check

Note:Applicants must have valid Australian working rights.

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (listed above).

Applications Close: Monday 6 April 2026 at 11:59 PM, Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)

We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

For enquiries about the role, please contact Tamara Leo at tamara.leo@mq.edu.au or Mirna Alaaiddin at mirna.alaaiddin@mq.edu.au

Why Join Us?

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

Our prime location is just a short walk from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Enjoy the benefits of working at a campus that offers:

• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Flexible working options
• Training and professional development
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
• Onsite vacation care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics