"Technical Officer"

Technical Officer

• Full time, up to 2 years fixed term position. Located at the Engineering Link Building (J13) on the Darlington Campus
• Provide end-to-end technical support in lab and field settings, ensuring smooth operations, quality data collection, and strict WHS compliance
• Base Salary HEO6, $103,185 - $111,237 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Technical Officer to join our team as a Research and Teaching Assistant in the field of Wireless Communications and Electronic Engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and hands-on experience in wireless systems, digital signal processing, and embedded system design, as well as demonstrated ability to support both teaching and research activities.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide technical support and research assistance to staff, students, researchers, and other technical staff in the laboratory
• prepare the laboratory for experiments, practical, and tutorials in accordance with scientific protocols
• analyse qualitative and quantitative tests by recording and computing relevant data following analytical tests and investigative tasks
• train staff, visitors, and students in the safe operation of laboratory equipment
• coordinate and/or prepare diverse scientific documentation and applications, including the collection and analysis of data
• manage the inventory and purchase of laboratory consumables, including supplies for classes and practicals
• perform simulations, algorithm development, and hardware testing
• collaborate with faculty on ongoing research projects in wireless communication and electronic systems.

About you

• master’s degree or Ph.D. in electrical engineering or electronics, or a related field
• ability to communicate effectively
• strong attention to detail coupled with excellent communication skills
• solid understanding of wireless communication systems, digital signal processing, and embedded systems
• demonstrated computer literacy skills along with ability to work in a team environment
• hands-on experience with tools and programming languages such as MATLAB / Simulink, C/C++, VHDL/Verilog
• preferred qualifications: experience with FPGA-based development and RF systems; familiarity with software-defined radio (SDR) platforms
• demonstrated experience in a similar role in a laboratory environment.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum 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. 

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to kevin.lim@sydney.edu.au.

Applications Close

Sunday 01 March 2026 11:59 PM

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