"Senior Scientific / Technical Officer"

• Reference number: 25678
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $109,157 to $118,193 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $92,239 to $99,875 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point
• Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Scientific / Technical Officer to join Faculty Operations, Faculty of Health.

The Senior Scientific/Technical Officer provides specialised technical expertise within a highly professional technical team in support of the Faculty’s academic endeavours. The role is responsible for the effective, safe and sustainable operation of a range of laboratory facilities and specialist equipment. The role requires significant discipline specific specialised knowledge to engage with and provide high quality technical support to academics and students within the Medical Radiation Science, Anatomy and Physiology disciplines.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

QUT’s Faculty of Health attracts high-quality students with more than 10 000 students enrolled in undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and research higher degree programs across its seven schools. Drawing on its reputation for teaching excellence, the Faculty of Health produces graduates who are highly sought after in the commercial, scientific, health and community sectors. The faculty’s applied research activity is focused on improving health and wellbeing and preventing disease. This high-impact and internationally recognised research continues to make a significant and positive contribution to the ongoing development of the brand of QUT, as well as providing opportunities to develop partnerships. The Faculty of Health operates across the university’s two campuses, Kelvin Grove and Gardens Point, and several distributed sites. The proximity of the Kelvin Grove campus to hospital facilities at Herston provides the faculty with a distinct competitive advantage and a renowned precinct that offers transformative education, aligned biomedical research and industry engagement..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in medical radiation science or anatomy or physiology, or a related field with subsequent relevant. scientific/technical experience. Demonstrated experience in tertiary educational laboratories will be highly regarded.
2. Demonstrated theoretical and practical understanding of medical radiation science, anatomy and/or physiology.
3. Well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively connect and collaborate with colleagues and work in teams, and a demonstrated ability to embrace and participate in change. 
4. Well-developed problem-solving skills including the ability to contribute to continuous improvement, and apply specialist knowledge and skills in the identification and resolution of work issues and effectively organise and prioritise work in order to meet deadlines. 
5. Demonstrated ability to accurately review and interpret instructions of a conceptual nature; to relate specialist knowledge to provide maintenance and repairs to equipment, and to produce technical reports, communications and documentation to a high standard. 
6. Demonstrated understanding of policies and compliance with Health, Safety and Environment and the School of Anatomy. Current possession of a radiation Use license is desired, or previous or current equivalent. Previous or current certification as Radiation Safety Officer is also desired. 

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff  through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

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Belong at QUT 

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

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Job opens: 17-Nov-2025

Applications Close: 01-Dec-2025 at 11.30pm

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