"Technical Officer (Biomedical Engineering)"

Position Details

• Fixed Term – 2 Years | Part-Time at 0.4FTE
• Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $82,657 - $91,222 p.a. (pro-rata)
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the Role

As a Technical Officer in Biomedical Engineering, you will provide end-to-end technical support for highly specialised biomedical and instrumentation-related laboratory equipment. Working both independently and collaboratively, you’ll ensure equipment is evaluated, maintained, repaired, and modified to meet operational needs. This role combines mechanical expertise, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement to support research and teaching activities within the College of Medicine and Public Health.

• Deliver lifecycle support for specialised biomedical equipment, including evaluation, installation, maintenance, and disposal.
• Diagnose and repair complex laboratory equipment to component level, applying innovative problem-solving techniques.
• Provide technical advice, training, and documentation for equipment users and assist with student placements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency.

About You

You are a proactive and detail-oriented technical professional with a strong foundation in biomedical engineering and a passion for problem-solving. You thrive in both independent and team environments, bringing technical expertise, critical thinking, and excellent communication skills to support complex laboratory operations.

• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in technical or engineering fields, with sound knowledge of electronics and Australian electrical safety standards.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair highly specialised equipment, coupled with well-developed workshop abilities.
• Effective written and interpersonal communication skills, enabling clear reporting and collaborative engagement with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work autonomously, and adapt to evolving technologies and workplace demands while maintaining WHS compliance.

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrew Blyth

Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Jan 2026