(HEO5) $80,118 - $89,085 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Fixed-term, full-time position available for 3 years.

We are seeking a Technical Officer to play a key role in advancing understanding of parasitic diseases through innovative animal models, genetic manipulation, and in vitro cultivation of the single celled parasites Cryptosporidium and Plasmodium.

The Technical Officer in the School of Biological Sciences will help in establishment and maintenance of an animal model for Cryptosporidium infection as well as undertake in vitro cultivation and genetic manipulation of Cryptosporidium and malaria parasites. On the job training for culture of these parasites will be provided. The Technical Officer will provide support and training for other lab members in these models, contribute to management of laboratory resources and maintain a high standard of record keeping.

This role will work across the research groups of Dr Benjamin Liffner and Associate Professor Danny Wilson, whose research programs include (but are not limited to) gene-editing, microscopy, proteomics and in vitro assays, based at the University North Terrace campus.

The School of Biological Sciences brings together the internationally acclaimed and contemporary disciplines of molecular & cellular biology; ecology & environmental sciences; and genetics & evolution, delivering undergraduate and postgraduate education, training and research with both national relevance and global outreach and networks in the public and private sectors.

To be successful you will need:

• Ability to work independently and contribute to research projects with effective design and development.
• Communication and time management skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve outcomes.
• Strong data management skills and the ability to provide written reports to support Laboratory management and research outputs.
• Ability to work closely with industry and research collaborators.
• Experience in experimental rodent models of disease.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Monday 21st of April 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Ben Liffner

Senior Research Associate – Malaria & Toxoplasma Biology Lab

Future Making Fellow (Institute for Photonics & Advanced Sensing)

School of Biological Sciences

E: Benjamin.liffner@adelaide.edu.au

P: (08) 8313 4151

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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