Scientific Officer (Chemistry)

Location: Brisbane South (Nathan), Queensland, Australia; full-time campus-based role with a mix of on-campus and work-from-home options. Work may also be required across other hirify.global locations. Full unrestricted Australian work rights are required, and a National criminal history check applies.

Salary: HEW 5 base range AUD 82,415.66–92,456.55 plus 17% superannuation.

Company

hirify.global is a research and teaching institution focused on academic excellence, education, community engagement, and applied scientific work.

What you will do

• Provide technical and operational support for chemistry teaching activities, including planning, experiment setup, refreshing, pre-running, equipment demonstrations, operation, and dismantling.
• Calibrate, maintain, and schedule servicing for relevant laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Train and supervise Scientific Assistants, Attendants, and casual staff assigned to the area.
• Advise Griffith staff, students, and external organisations on technical matters, including sample preparation.
• Support research facilities, ESC outreach, and community engagement activities as directed.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and support health and safety compliance.

Requirements

• Degree in Science majoring in Chemistry and relevant practical experience, or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• Strong laboratory and technical skills, including planning, setup, operation, and maintenance of chemistry experiments and equipment in teaching and research environments.
• Demonstrated experience in risk assessment and laboratory safety, particularly when handling chemicals, biological reagents, and scientific instrumentation.
• Excellent documentation and organisational skills, including the ability to develop clear procedures, resource statements, and operational protocols.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and support technical staff and provide expert assistance to students, academics, and external stakeholders.
• Full unrestricted Australian work rights.
• Ability to pass a National criminal history check.

Culture & Benefits

• Values-led, safe, respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including educational staff assistance for future learning.
• Salary packaging and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives, including on-campus gym facilities.
• Opportunities for internal mobility and flexible work arrangements.

Hiring process

• Submit an online application by Tuesday 3 November at 11:59pm.
• Include a covering letter outlining suitability and a current CV or resume with full contact details.