Research Assistant | Clinical Biochemistry

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Research Assistant | Clinical Biochemistry Research Assistant | Clinical Biochemistry Apply locations VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbs Time type: Full time Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago Time left to apply: End Date: February 7, 2025 (5 days left to apply) Job requisition id: JR140708 Job Description: Research Assistant, Clinical Biochemistry – Fixed Term (6 months Full Time) Full time or part-time opportunity, fixed term for 6 months Excellent benefits including salary packaging Rewarding and challenging work environment About the Department St Vincent’s Pathology is committed to providing high quality patient care. The Department of Clinical Biochemistry performs a large volume of tests from hospital and community settings including electrolytes, renal function, liver and cardiac enzymes, haematinics, tumour markers, hormones, blood gases, osmolality, autoimmune serology, protein electrophoresis, and therapeutic drug monitoring. In tandem with routine diagnostic Pathology, the Department undertakes research to improve patient outcomes and health through innovations in laboratory testing. About the Role An opportunity exists to join the St Vincent’s Pathology team as a Research Assistant to back-fill maternity leave. You will participate in research projects relating to diagnostic and associated tests for the investigation of various disease states, with a focus on cardiac disease. These projects will involve collaboration with the Emergency Department and Department of Cardiology at SVHM and researchers from other organisations including St Vincent’s Research Institute of Medical Research. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated scientist who wants to contribute to applied research that harnesses the power of Pathology to improve diagnosis and management of disease. Classifications for this position will range from RX1 – RX7 ($63,674 - $91,785.2 per annum pro rata) Key Responsibilities Perform biochemistry tests including immunoassays, chromatography and immunoaffinity separations Experiment design Collection and collation of data using clinical databases and tools Data analysis, management and presentation Project management including maintenance of records and storage of samples Participation and presentation at laboratory meetings Literature reviews Preparation of and assistance with manuscripts and Ethics applications General laboratory operations including ordering consumables Qualifications, Skills and Experience A Bachelor’s degree in science, biomedical science or equivalent Higher qualifications such as M.Sc. or PhD are desirable High level knowledge and experience in Biochemistry Experience in laboratory techniques including immunoassays, Western blotting, protein purification and assay design and development Benefits Salary packaging Employee Assistance Program Staff Car Park Flexible work hours Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate conducted by Victoria Police. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Contact Details: Bree James, Closing Date: 6 February 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit or get in contact at Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct #J-18808-Ljbffr