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Experimental Research Technician
Australian Institute of Marine Science
Townsville, QLD, Australia
AUD 76,454-95,846 / year
Posted on Nov 19, 2025
About this exciting opportunity
This role will support environmental chemistry and ecotoxicological research both in the laboratory and our National Sea Simulator facility. You will take a hands-on approach to your role and assist in laboratory activities including:
- Performing chemical and biochemical analyses and physiological measurements,
- Assisting in the design of and conducting laboratory and aquarium-based experimental procedures that involve exposing organisms to pollutants,
- Assist with developing and maintaining experimental aquarium organisms and facilities (husbandry) and preparing organisms for experiments,
- Preparing water, sediment and biota samples for contaminant analysis,
- Undertaking maintenance on laboratory equipment and managing resources, assisting with ordering and supply of consumables, chemical and equipment as needed, and
- Ensuring accurate recording of data, carrying out QA/QC checks and performing basic data analysis, visualisation and statistical analysis.
About you
You will hold a BSc in marine biology, chemistry or similar discipline coupled with demonstrated experience in executing aquarium-based ecotoxicology experiments on coral, microalgae and/or other tropical marine organisms.
As an Experimental Research Technician, you will demonstrate experience in experimental design, statistical analyses and application of microscopy and flow cytometry for microalgal densities.
Our ideal applicant will bring experience in resources and laboratory management, including development of task risk assessments, chemical risk assessments, standard operating procedures and staff training coupled with a QLD small boat license and VHF radio operator’s license.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AIMS AOF Level 3 Enhanced (3.1-3.9) salary ($76,454 to $95,846 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
- Full-time, 8-month Temporary (Labour hire) opportunity
- Located in Townsville (Qld)
- 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
- Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)
- Generous and supportive leave entitlements
- Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only)
Discover more about Working at AIMS | AIMS.
Please note:
Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next step:
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download below. If, after reviewing the position description, which is included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we would be very interested in hearing from you.
Further information on the application process and tips is available in our website Recruitment process | AIMS.
Submitting your application:
Please ensure that you have your completed documents (resume and one-page cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via the "apply now" button below.
Position enquiries can be directed to Andrew Negri, Research Team Leader - Tropical ecotoxicology and risk assessment at a.negri@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: THURSDAY, 20 NOVEMBER 2025 (11.45PM, AEST).
Attachments:
- 22021 Candidate Information Pack.pdf