Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant

Job Description

Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant Apply Locations: Sydney Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted 7 Days Ago Job Requisition ID: PRF7565 Maté Biro heads the Cancer Mechanoimmunology lab, which conducts multidisciplinary research at the interface between cancer cell biology, immunology, and biophysics, from fundamental discovery to practical applications, with a particular focus on the movements of cytotoxic lymphocytes and tumour cells, and the signaling and mechanical interactions between them. The overarching aim of the laboratory is to help develop effective immunotherapies targeting solid cancers. THE OPPORTUNITY We are searching for a Research Assistant or a Senior Research Assistant. The Research Assistant/Senior Research Assistant plays a key role in the Cancer Mechanoimmunology laboratory, providing practical research and administrative support to ensure successful delivery of projects by the group, and is accountable for supervising and conducting independent experiments, and for maintaining and advancing collaborations both within the Garvan Institute and external partners. The purpose of this role is to assist the Laboratory Head, staff, and students in laboratory management and in conducting research projects. Salary: Up to $110,900 + 14% superannuation + salary packaging (depending on experience) Employment Type: 1 year 10 month fixed term contract SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/accommodation) Ample opportunities for on-going training and development Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment Flexible work arrangements e.g. start/finish times 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave Discounted Health Insurance Lifestyle discounts with our community partners WHAT YOU WILL DO ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Senior Research Assistant Performs in a supervisory responsibility framework Supervises lab and associated activities: lead the research support team with supervision of other research assistant staff and students as required Contributes to the intellectual development of grant proposals in collaboration with supervisor Independently maintains and advances collaborative relationships with researchers and stakeholders associated with the laboratory’s projects and research, including organising and leading meetings as required Independently prepares ethics applications, grant applications, abstracts, annual and progress reports and research outputs Supervises new staff including lab inductions and ensuring high standards and protocols are maintained Research Assistant RA1 – RA2 Performs under supervision Conduct experiments under supervision such as tissue culture, genotyping, maintenance and monitoring of mouse colonies and routine assays Record experimental procedures and results Regularly attend meetings with the wider Research Program community as required Be involved in junior lab responsibilities such as store duties, wash-up and cleaning of shared rooms Stock control: monitoring and ordering consumables under supervision Media preparation RA3 – RA4 Performs under guidance rather than constant supervision Assist with and perform more complex experiments, under guidance Assist with interpretation of experimental procedures and results Create and present reports on scientific findings under guidance RA5 – RA6 Performs in a reporting framework Design, manage and conduct own experiments, and supervise/mentor students/staff in the execution of such experimental work Regularly attend extra seminar meetings and conferences Assist with the coordination of research activities and provide research support to laboratory members to meet project milestones RA7 – RA8 Performs in a collaborative framework Design and manage own experiments in a creative but process-driven manner Senior responsibilities consistent with managing a lab ABOUT YOU KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Senior Research Assistant Master’s Degree or equivalent At least 5 years’ experience within a high-performance lab Exercises excellent judgment High level of innovativeness and self-motivation Expertise with sterile tissue culture, multiparameter flow cytometry, and small animal models Research Assistant The key skills and experience include: RA1 – RA2 Bachelors’ Degree in Science or Medicine (preferably with Honours) Competent computer skills (Excel, Word & PowerPoint) RA3 – RA4 Bachelors’ Degree in Science or Medicine (preferably with Honours) RA5 – RA6 Bachelors’ Degree in Science or Medicine (preferably with Honours) RA7 – RA8 Master’s Degree preferable ABOUT GARVAN Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an independent Medical Research Institute in Sydney, delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis. Our vision is global leadership in discoveries to impact human health. Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. HOW TO APPLY To apply for this position, please submit your application with a CV and cover letter as one document. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr