Question 1

What qualifications are required for the Microscopy Officer role?

Accepted Answer

A degree in a biological or biomedical discipline (or equivalent experience) plus demonstrated hands-on experience operating and maintaining optical, fluorescence and confocal microscopes in a research setting. Practical histology and immunofluorescence skills are essential. See related roles on research jobs .

Question 2

What are the main responsibilities of the Microscopy Officer at IMB?

Accepted Answer

Key duties include delivering training on microscope operation and image analysis, maintaining and calibrating equipment, providing troubleshooting support, managing platform records and stock, and ensuring safe facility operations aligned with UQ policies.

Question 3

Does the Microscopy Officer position involve teaching or training?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The role requires coordinating and delivering individual and group training in microscope operation, image acquisition, visualisation software and image analysis for biological research.

Question 4

Where is the Microscopy Officer position located and what is the deadline?

Accepted Answer

The role is based at the St Lucia Campus of the University of Queensland. Applications close on 24 June 2026. Explore similar higher ed jobs and administration jobs .

Question 5

What image analysis software experience is desirable for this Microscopy Officer job?

Accepted Answer

Desirable skills include familiarity with Windows-based systems, scientific image analysis software, scripting or programming (Python, ImageJ/Fiji macros, MATLAB) for multi-dimensional datasets.

Microscopy Officer

University of Queensland

St Lucia Campus

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