Flinders University
Technical Officer, Biomedical Engineering
Flinders University, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
Position Details
Fixed Term – 2 Years | Part-Time at 0.4FTE Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $82,657 - $91,222 p.a. (pro-rata) Location:
Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role
As a Technical Officer in Biomedical Engineering, you will provide end-to-end technical support for highly specialised biomedical and instrumentation-related laboratory equipment. Working both independently and collaboratively, you’ll ensure equipment is evaluated, maintained, repaired, and modified to meet operational needs. This role combines mechanical expertise, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement to support research and teaching activities within the College of Medicine and Public Health. Deliver lifecycle support for specialised biomedical equipment, including evaluation, installation, maintenance, and disposal. Diagnose and repair complex laboratory equipment to component level, applying innovative problem-solving techniques. Provide technical advice, training, and documentation for equipment users and assist with student placements. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency. About You
You are a proactive and detail-oriented technical professional with a strong foundation in biomedical engineering and a passion for problem-solving. You thrive in both independent and team environments, bringing technical expertise, critical thinking, and excellent communication skills to support complex laboratory operations. Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in technical or engineering fields, with sound knowledge of electronics and Australian electrical safety standards. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair highly specialised equipment, coupled with well-developed workshop abilities. Effective written and interpersonal communication skills, enabling clear reporting and collaborative engagement with diverse stakeholders. Ability to prioritise tasks, work autonomously, and adapt to evolving technologies and workplace demands while maintaining WHS compliance. College of Medicine and Public Health
At the College of Medicine and Public Health, we deliver clinical, population and lab-based research, integrated teaching programs and high-quality clinical services. Our footprint reaches out from our world class teaching hospital at the Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia to multiple rural clinical locations all the way to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Our research and teaching equip the next generation of leaders and innovators with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and truly advance health outcomes. It is at the heart of everything we do. Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So,why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services , gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy Prescribed Conditions for Employment
A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy How to Apply and Information
You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrew Blyth Certification
Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Jan 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Fixed Term – 2 Years | Part-Time at 0.4FTE Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $82,657 - $91,222 p.a. (pro-rata) Location:
Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role
As a Technical Officer in Biomedical Engineering, you will provide end-to-end technical support for highly specialised biomedical and instrumentation-related laboratory equipment. Working both independently and collaboratively, you’ll ensure equipment is evaluated, maintained, repaired, and modified to meet operational needs. This role combines mechanical expertise, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement to support research and teaching activities within the College of Medicine and Public Health. Deliver lifecycle support for specialised biomedical equipment, including evaluation, installation, maintenance, and disposal. Diagnose and repair complex laboratory equipment to component level, applying innovative problem-solving techniques. Provide technical advice, training, and documentation for equipment users and assist with student placements. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency. About You
You are a proactive and detail-oriented technical professional with a strong foundation in biomedical engineering and a passion for problem-solving. You thrive in both independent and team environments, bringing technical expertise, critical thinking, and excellent communication skills to support complex laboratory operations. Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in technical or engineering fields, with sound knowledge of electronics and Australian electrical safety standards. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair highly specialised equipment, coupled with well-developed workshop abilities. Effective written and interpersonal communication skills, enabling clear reporting and collaborative engagement with diverse stakeholders. Ability to prioritise tasks, work autonomously, and adapt to evolving technologies and workplace demands while maintaining WHS compliance. College of Medicine and Public Health
At the College of Medicine and Public Health, we deliver clinical, population and lab-based research, integrated teaching programs and high-quality clinical services. Our footprint reaches out from our world class teaching hospital at the Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia to multiple rural clinical locations all the way to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Our research and teaching equip the next generation of leaders and innovators with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and truly advance health outcomes. It is at the heart of everything we do. Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So,why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services , gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy Prescribed Conditions for Employment
A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy How to Apply and Information
You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Andrew Blyth Certification
Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 26 Jan 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless. #J-18808-Ljbffr