Research Support Officer

About the role

The Research Support Officer plays a vital role in supporting the Research and Facility Services (RFS) team to deliver high-quality operational support to SAHMRI researchers. This position helps ensure the effective management, maintenance and compliance of research infrastructure and equipment across the Institute.

Working closely with the Research Infrastructure Manager, corporate teams and a diverse research community, this role is key to maintaining safe, efficient, and well functioning laboratory environments. You will also liaise with service providers, suppliers and external research partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing scientific and research support to SAHMRI researchers.
• Respond to laboratory operations queries from the SAHMRI community.
• Manage general laboratory equipment and coordinate preventative maintenance.
• Assist with troubleshooting and confirming equipment faults.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records in line with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the movement and disposal of laboratory equipment across SAHMRI sites.
• Liaise with suppliers, instrument engineers and researchers in the event of equipment failures.
• Support the SAHMRI Consumables Store to ensure adequate stock levels and expiry management.
• Support specialised facilities, including the Core Facilities, Central Washup Facility, emergency shower/eyewash stations and scientific vending machines.
• Assist with audits (e.g., laboratory space, waste disposal, cold storage, gas bottles, assets) in accordance with relevant standards.

About You

The successful candidate will possess the following key attributes:

• Bachelor of Science, or other relevant qualification or experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a laboratory management role, preferably in a medical research environment.
• Experience in maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment is highly desirable.
• Broad scientific and technical knowledge.
• Experience in specialised equipment and scientific techniques is highly desirable.
• Highly developed attention to detail and demonstrated ability to keep accurate records.
• Ability to work in a flexible, well organised and efficient manner.
• Highly developed problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to liaise effectively and relate well to research staff and students.
• Knowledge of laboratory practices and documentation.
• Knowledge of relevant ISO, WHS, and OGTR requirements.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety and Quality Management practices and procedures.

Special Requirements

• Some out of hours work may be required.
• Travel between SAHMRI sites may be required.

Why Work at SAHMRI?

We are proud of our values—Excellence, Innovation, Courage, Integrity and Teamwork—which guide our everyday work and our commitment to impactful research.

As a not-for-profit organisation, SAHMRI employees can also access salary packaging benefits up to $15,900, allowing you to reduce taxable income and increase take home pay.

To be considered for this position, applicants must hold relevant working rights within Australia at the time of application. 

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

For more information, please contact Yi Him Ng, Research Infrastructure Manager at yi.ng@sahmri.com

Applications close: Sunday 19^th April 2026  

Please note -applications may close earlier than advertised if a suitable candidate is identified.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply