Media Preparation Officer - Microbiology

Evolve Scientific
📍 Australia, Victoria, Australia 💼 Full time,Casual/Holiday 🕒 Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

About the company/role:

  • Food and water testing laboratory 
  • Seeking an experienced Media Preparation Officer to join the team
  • Based close to Melbourne CBD
  • 12-month casual contract
  • Full-time hours, Monday-Friday

Duties/responsibilities:

  • Prioritise and prepare microbiological media (incl. broths, agars, agar plates and media supplements) following established procedures in a timely manner
  • Routine analysis of food and water samples using aseptic microbiological techniques
  • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment
  • Sterilise, clean and prepare laboratory equipment and consumables
  • Report writing and date entry
  • General laboratory housekeeping

Skills/responsibilities:

  • Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, or similar discipline
  • Minimum 1-2 years industry experience in a microbiology laboratory
  • Prior...

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Job Details

  • Location Australia, Victoria
  • Job Type Full time,Casual/Holiday
  • Category Life Scientists
  • Posted Date June 23, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 02, 2026