Technical Coordinator - Chemistry & Life Sciences

Overview:

• Full-Time, Continuing Position

• Salary HEW 7 ($103,603 - $112,144 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About You

This exciting employment opportunity is ideal for someone with significant experience in a technical support setting in biosciences, chemistry or similar field, and who is looking to take a career step into a leadership role. You will bring a high-level of expertise, passion and commitment to technical support within a teaching or research environment. You have a strong knowledge of laboratory OH&S and risk management, and hands‑on experience in lab operations, inventory and procurement, equipment lifecycle and vendor/supplier liaison.

As an individual, you have a service mindset and understand the importance of the support you provide to our stakeholders. You are committed to leading, mentoring and developing your team. You are highly organised, proactive and solutions‑focused, and able to prioritise in a fast‑paced environment.

About The Role

The Technical Coordinator - Chemistry & Life Sciences, will oversee the day-to-day technical operations and support for the learning and teaching, research, and industry activities within the Chemistry and Life Sciences laboratories. This role will lead a team of technical officers to deliver a high quality, compliant, professional and timely service that meets organisational and stakeholder expectations, collaborating closely across the STEM College and RMIT’s central services groups.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

• Proven knowledge, experience, and technical ability in Biosciences, Chemistry or a similar discipline including a good working knowledge of associated techniques and practices, an advanced understanding of the safe operation of relevant equipment, and experience in the successful development and implementation of projects.
• Detailed knowledge of current OHS legislation, regulations and standards with expertise in hazardous scenario management, and relevant experience in managing safe and compliant operations, preferably in a teaching and research environment.
• Proven initiative and problem-solving skills, the ability to organise, plan and manage complex tasks, work to deadlines, effectively allocate resources, and evaluate and report on outcomes.
• A strong service orientation with highly professional standards with experience in providing prompt, proactive, high-level support and a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative and creative solutions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• A commitment to RMIT’s policies of supporting a diverse workplace along with zero tolerance towards harassment, bullying or discrimination in any form.
• A tertiary qualification in Science (Biology and/or Chemistry would be considered favourably) and relevant experience preferably in the tertiary education sector.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children, Medical Assessment and National Police Check. 

About the STEM College Office Professional Staff

The STEM College Office Professional staff provide exceptional and efficient support to the College.

The Learning, Teaching and Quality teams support:

• Quality Enhancement

• Learning and Teaching support

The Professional shared services Group delivers service to all four Schools across five distinct functions:

• Student Lifecycle

• Planning & Operations

• Technical Services

• Program & Governance

• Wil & Engagement

Relevant digital solutions – such as Workday – are used by the five teams to streamline processes and drive operational efficiencies. The Group’s end-to-end professional support ensures a consistent approach to the operational and strategic functioning of the College and adherence to University policies and procedures.

The STEM College Office professional staff are instrumental in providing students with a transformative and enriched learning experience, and in supporting our research and engagement administration activities. Centralised in the STEM College Office, at our City and Bundoora campuses, professional staff members have opportunities to cross-skill, engage in professional development and develop their own career paths.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact David Heathcote, Senior Technical Manager, City (Teaching) via email david.heathcote@rmit.edu.au . 

For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address.   

Position Description – Technical Coordinator, Chemistry & Life Sciences

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Applications Close:

5 Oct 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

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