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Closing: 03-Nov-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 11-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 03-Nov-2024
Location
- Austin Health, Heidelberg
Salary
- Academic A – $83,468 – $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Effectively communicating the purpose and expectations of the trial to potential participants, and engaging with participants and families during study visits
- Supporting the Trial Coordinator and Investigators to undertake trial activities and intervention sessions in participants’ homes
- Accurately collecting, recording, and maintaining database records
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in health sciences, allied health, science or similar
- A current Australian driver's licence
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice requirements and adherence to the ICH-GCP and WHO guidelines for the conduct of scientific research
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses to staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
Notes
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Closing: 25-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 11-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 25-Oct-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range of $78,944 to $87,750 + 17% superannuation (HEW 5)
Responsibilities
- Efficiently handle sample receipt, preparation, and storage, ensuring accurate tracking and preservation.
- Proficiently perform PCR setup, gel electrophoresis, and data analysis using specialized software.
- Actively contribute to the maintenance, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with standards.
- Accurately enter and manipulate data using Excel, and effectively manage data analysis files for efficient access and retrieval.
- Liaise with UQ staff and clients to provide technical support and assistance, contributing to a positive and collaborative research environment.
Requirements
- Strong foundation in science or a related field.
- Practical experience in molecular biology techniques.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
- High level of accuracy in work.
- Experience in genetically modified mice genotyping, DNA Sanger sequencing, and the use of liquid handling robots/technology is highly advantageous.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions & 17.5% annual leave loading
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- On campus childcare options
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.
- Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential.
Closing: 27-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 11-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 27-Oct-2024
Location
- Herston Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing and conducting research studies under senior supervision.
- Apply advanced research skills, including biomarker analysis from human tissue and blood samples.
- Assist with drafting research documentation (ethics, funding applications).
- Conduct literature searches and reviews.
Requirements
- Completion of a degree level qualification in science; or completion of a Diploma with relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Excellent practical research skills and experience in conducting laboratory work, particularly handling human samples.
- High level administrative and computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe, Zoom, Teams), with proven experience and excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently on routine procedures and to seek advice where needed.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including, flexible start/finish times.
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- UQ Study for Staff
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and mandatory immunisations.
- You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
- Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 1st November 2024.
Closing: 03-Nov-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 03-Nov-2024
Location
- Hawthorn campus, Australia
Salary
- Academic Level A/B salary (depending on qualifications and experience) + 17% super
Responsibilities
- Deliver two manualised therapies to participants enrolled in the trial.
- Attend peer supervision sessions.
- Join a vibrant clinical research team committed to advancing psychological approaches to severe mental illness.
Requirements
- Registration as a psychologist, or as another mental health practitioner with training and experience in the delivery of psychological therapies.
- Experience in delivering cognitive behavioural therapies to people with complex mental health problems.
- Willingness to deliver manualised interventions with high fidelity within a clinical trial context.
- Postgraduate qualification in psychology or another health discipline, or substantial equivalent experience.
Benefits
- Flexible working options contained in leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Notes
- Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
- For more information about the role, please email Professor Neil Thomas or Dr Rachel Brand.
Closing: 30-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 30-Oct-2024
Location
- Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
Salary
- Salary package: $112,916- 128,026 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Lead the College’s research program through personal research and curation of research from Pacific academics and policy-makers.
- Establish and lead the College’s program of short-term research interns.
- Assist the College’s research commentary on topical issues.
- Attract funding to grow the College’s research program.
- Contribute to the College’s teaching programs.
- Support the College’s diplomatic efforts across the Pacific, including work with Pacific governments on national security strategies.
- Contribute to cross-disciplinary studies within the broader University environment.
- Work in partnership with academic and professional staff to support the strategic priorities of the School, College, and University.
Requirements
- Must have rights to live and work in Australia.
- Ability to travel internationally as part of the job requirement.
- Undergo a background check during the recruitment process.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with experts from the Pacific Region through research and workshops.
- Access to a flexible working environment.
- Be a part of Australia’s #1 university.
Notes
- The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country.
- The successful candidate must be able to travel internationally as part of the job requirement.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Closing: 07-Nov-2024
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 07-Nov-2024
Location
- Clayton campus
Salary
- $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the research activities of the ARC Linkage Grant titled 'Intelligent Robotics for Pharmaceutical Experimental Development'.
- Develop a robotic lab assistant to automate laborious experimental tasks.
- Implement an interactive task and motion planner for scheduling experimental procedures.
- Develop interfaces for collaboration between the robotic system and biochemists.
- Develop robot simulators and human-in-the-loop digital twin models of laboratory robots and experimental equipment.
- Create robot algorithms for task and motion planning and deploy them in simulation, user studies, and hardware.
Requirements
- Hold a doctoral qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Demonstrated hands-on research experience in robotics, automation, or software engineering.
- Familiarity with robotics programming libraries and simulation environments.
Benefits
- Access to quality research facilities and infrastructure.
- World-class teaching spaces and international collaboration opportunities.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Notes
- Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role.
Closing: 17-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 10-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 17-Oct-2024
Location
- Crawley, Perth
Salary
- Base salary range: $74,450 to $74,450 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate participant recruitment and scheduling for follow-up appointments, playing a key role in the study’s next phase.
- Engage with participants using various communication methods while ensuring adherence to confidentiality and privacy standards.
- Assist the data collection team by managing participant flow during assessments and supporting post-assessment activities.
Requirements
- Relevant experience in an administrative or customer-facing role, with excellent communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management for scheduling and data entry.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Experience in a research or participant engagement setting is desirable.
- Current National Police Clearance, C Class Driver’s License, flexibility to work after hours and Saturdays, and ability to meet the position's physical demands.
Benefits
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Notes
- This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Closing: 30-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 30-Oct-2024
Location
- Gatton Campus with occasional travel to St Lucia
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $64,963.44 - $71,505.71 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 3)
Responsibilities
- Technical capabilities in the conduct of scientifically sound data collection procedures.
- Contribute to the safe and efficient operations of research equipment, infrastructure, methodologies, and protocols.
- Foundational knowledge of management of glasshouse and field experiments.
- Experience using plant physiology equipment and methodologies.
- Assist in the development of research documentation and administrative processes.
- Prepare basic graphs and figures for presentations and manuscripts.
- Provide general research support, including ordering and maintaining consumables.
- Actively participate in research group meetings.
Requirements
- Completion of a Year Twelve or Diploma qualification, or a Certificate IV with relevant work experience.
- Foundational knowledge of management of glasshouse and field experiments.
- An understanding of the conduct of scientifically sound data collection procedures.
- Computer and database literacy skills including the Microsoft Office suite.
- High-level interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Commitment to excellence and an ability to work diligently with a high level of accuracy.
- Knowledge of relevant occupational health and safety.
Benefits
- Free parking and intercampus bus.
- On-campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
- 17% superannuation contributions.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- UQ Study for Staff.
- 25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services.
- Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility.
- Volunteer in our community garden.
Notes
Closing: 22-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 08-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 22-Oct-2024
Location
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
Salary
- Academic Level A – $83,468 - $113,262 per annum (pro-rata) plus 17% super
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation and evaluation of the NHMRC-funded CycLink Partnership Project to enhance cycling participation for children and young people with disabilities.
- Collaborate with the CycLink Partnership Project team in research activities, including ethics, governance, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Recruit eligible participants, conduct follow-up assessments, and perform qualitative interviews with participants, families, and staff.
- Ensure data integrity and provide timely feedback to families after assessments.
- Communicate with research and partner teams, coordinating meetings and contributing to high-quality presentations and publications.
Requirements
- A tertiary degree or equivalent combination of study and relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting effectiveness or implementation research studies.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve project goals.
- Knowledge of the paediatrics and/or disability fields, and ideally experience in ethics and governance, data collection and management, including qualitative data, as well as project management experience.
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services
- Fitness and cultural clubs
- Myki discounts
- 25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
- Generous leave provisions
Notes
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Closing: 30-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 30-Oct-2024
Location
- Canberra, Australia | Melbourne, Australia
Salary
- Total remuneration valued to $92,150 - $124,604 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $77,868 - $105,292 (pro rata) pa (Academic Level A), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date.
Responsibilities
- Stakeholder engagement and management including scheduling meetings, minute taking and managing project queries
- Project initiation tasks like research and evaluation design support, proposal writing and preparing ethics applications
- Project management support such as creating and managing filing systems and preparing GANTT charts
- Desktop research
- Data collection, management, analysis and reporting
Requirements
- Experience in child-focused research initiatives is highly desirable.
- Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) (ACT only).
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Study leave
- A variety of leave provisions
- Salary packaging
- Generous benefits as an ACU staff member
Notes
- General enquiries can be sent to Jacqui Stewart, Program Manager, ICPS - Institute of Child Protection Studies at: jacqui.stewart@acu.edu.au
- ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.
Closing: 06-Nov-2024
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 08-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 06-Nov-2024
Location
- Crawley, Western Australia
Salary
- Base salary range: Level A, $80,520 – $108,362 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
Responsibilities
- Use Plant Synthetic and Molecular Biology approaches to create innovative solutions to biological challenges related to plants in space and vertical farming.
- Engage in collaborative research projects with P4S University colleagues and Industry partners.
- Supervise students in high quality postgraduate teaching programmes and educational outreach activities.
- Translate fundamental biomolecular science to provide innovative solutions for plant use on earth and beyond.
- Work on projects focusing on building Synbio parts and tools for using plant chloroplasts as protein production factories.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in synthetic and/or molecular biology.
- Demonstrated experience in research project management.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing manuscripts for publication.
Benefits
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Notes
- This position is open to international applicants.
- For more information, contact Professor Ian Small at ian.small@uwa.edu.au.
Closing: 03-Nov-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 07-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 03-Nov-2024
Location
- Flexible, Geelong - Waurn Ponds, Melbourne - Burwood
Salary
- Level A $80,065 – 107,633 + 17% Superannuation OR Level B $113,157 - $133,837 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)
Responsibilities
- Undertaking high-quality health economics research including discrete choice experiments and possibly other forms of stated preference research, including literature review, survey design, experimental design, data management, discrete choice analysis, policy analysis.
- Support, and may lead, applications for research and creative activities, including applications for external competitive funding, external funding for commercialization and translation activities and other funding demonstrating sustained efforts.
- Build a national reputation, based on a growing, focused body of work recognised for quality, excellence and impact and a growing track record of timely delivery of outcomes for industry partners.
- Contribute to Deakin community and its effectiveness via local engagement and citizenship activities.
- Contribute to the implementation of specific aspects of University’s strategic agenda.
Requirements
- PhD in a relevant discipline and/or other relevant qualifications and experience
- Emerging reputation in health economics research and scholarship through publications
- Success in obtaining external research funding.
- Ability to contribute to communities through research.
- Capacity to contribute to leadership of research and administration.
- A relevant Masters qualification in Health Economics or similar degree and experience (PhD desirable)
- Emerging research and scholarship through publications, and/or exhibitions as appropriate to the discipline
- Ability to contribute to communities through research
- Capacity to contribute to teaching, research and administration
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to establish good working relationships with colleagues.
Benefits
- Access to a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave.
- Flexible working arrangements to help manage work-life balance.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career.
- An inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.
Notes
- Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter stating if you are applying for Research Fellow or Associate Research Fellow and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.
- For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Suzanne Robinson, Chair and Head, Deakin Health Economics.
Closing: 24-Nov-2024
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 24-Nov-2024
Location
- Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
Salary
- $112,916 - $128,026 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Conduct high-quality original research into the synthesis and testing of hydrogen storage materials based on gas hydrates
- Contribute to practical sustainable energy storage solutions
- Engage in international and industrial collaboration
Requirements
- Specialist skills in hydrogen storage materials synthesis, characterisation, testing and development
- Experience in high impact collaborative and cross-disciplinary research
Benefits
- Four weeks paid vacation per year
- Assistance with relocation expenses
- 17% employer contribution to superannuation
- Generous parental leave
- Possibility of flexible and part time working arrangements
- Parental and aged care support program
- Dual career hire programs
- Staff and family tuition fee discounts
- ANU school holiday programs
- Childcare facilities on campus
Notes
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Closing: 04-Nov-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 14-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 04-Nov-2024
Location
- Adelaide, South Australia, 5005 Australia
Salary
- (HE05) $80,118 to $89,085 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Responsibilities
- Meetings scheduling and minuting
- Project finance including paying research participants and stakeholders
- Assistance with grant and manuscript submissions
- Contributing to improving and maintaining stakeholder engagement
- Maintaining online profile
- Providing key administrative support to research activities and stakeholder engagement
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience working in an administrative and/or research support role
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience communicating, both verbally and in writing, in a succinct, professional and responsive manner
- Sound organisational skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple tasks with competing deadlines and solve problems effectively
- Ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Flexible work arrangements
- High-quality professional development programs and activities
- On-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities
Notes
- The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
- For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact Dr Jessie Edwards, Researcher, Discipline of General Practice.
Closing: 23-Oct-2024
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Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 23-Oct-2024
Location
- Western Sydney University, Parramatta South Campus
Salary
- $109,861 to $132,730 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation and Leave Loading
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the ARC Centre of Excellence in Automated Decision-Making and Society project titled ‘After the Smartphone: Social, Ecological, and Governance Implications of Emerging Mobile Technologies and their Worlds’.
- Participate in comparative research and publication.
- Utilize media and cultural research, political economy, policy research, and ethnographic expertise to understand emerging mobile technologies.
- Collaborate with researchers at the Institute for Culture and Society and its networks.
- Coordinate project planning, data management, and financial management.
- Develop research-related teaching materials and contribute to teaching.
- Co-supervise and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Requirements
- PhD in Cultural Studies, Media and Communication Studies, or Southeast Asian Studies.
- Proven track record in conducting in-depth research on emerging media technologies.
- Excellent scholarly writing skills with publications in high-quality journals.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences.
- Experience in research project administration and efficient project management.
- Interest in mobile technology, policy, and governance, especially in Southeast Asia.
Benefits
- Full-time, fixed-term position for 5 years.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects.
- Collaboration with national and international research networks.
- Professional development opportunities in teaching and research.
Notes
- Only internal applicants employed by Western Sydney University are eligible to apply.
- Evidence of full-time working rights in Australia is required at the time of application.
- Applications must be submitted via the WSU online recruitment system.
Closing: 13-Nov-2024
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 16-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 13-Nov-2024
Location
- Sydney, NSW, Australia
Salary
- Level A - $110k - $117k - plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
- Contribute independently and as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes towards an improved understanding of microbial symbioses in the marine environment.
- Conduct laboratory research in marine microbiology and molecular biology with a focus on developing genetic tools for non-model systems.
- Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
- Work with the research team to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers and support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
- Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. literature reviews, conduct laboratory experiments, problem solve, data gathering and recording of results using appropriate research methods.
- Participate in and/or present at conferences, group meetings with international collaborators, and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
- Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
- Conduct laboratory experiments related to the development and use of molecular biology tools to study gene function in symbiotic marine microorganisms. Specific methods may include (but not limited to) PCR, plasmid construction, gene cloning, transformation and nucleic acid sequencing.
- Supervise the day-to-day laboratory activities of research students.
- Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
- Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.
Requirements
- A PhD in molecular microbiology or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with molecular biology and microbiology knowledge and technological developments.
- Experience in a range of molecular and microbiology laboratory skills, including PCR, transformation methods, gene expression, cloning and the generation of gene knock out mutants.
- Experience with working with marine and/or non-model microbial systems is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
- Demonstrated track record of quality research outputs (e.g. publications and/or conference presentations) relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Benefits
- Not Available
Notes
- You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.
- Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.
Closing: 25-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 17-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 25-Oct-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range of $78,944 to $87,750 + 17% superannuation (HEW 5)
Responsibilities
- Efficiently handle sample receipt, preparation, and storage, ensuring accurate tracking and preservation.
- Proficiently perform PCR setup, gel electrophoresis, and data analysis using specialized software.
- Actively contribute to the maintenance, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with standards.
- Accurately enter and manipulate data using Excel, and effectively manage data analysis files for efficient access and retrieval.
- Liaise with UQ staff and clients to provide technical support and assistance, contributing to a positive and collaborative research environment.
Requirements
- Strong foundation in science or a related field.
- Practical experience in molecular biology techniques.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
- High level of accuracy in work.
- Experience in genetically modified mice genotyping, DNA Sanger sequencing, and the use of liquid handling robots/technology would be highly advantageous.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
- 17% superannuation contributions & 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
- On campus childcare options.
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day).
- Salary packaging options.
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.
Research Assistant
Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)
Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, Macquarie University
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Closing: 31-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 17-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 31-Oct-2024
Location
- Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, Macquarie University
Salary
- Salary Package: $76,654 (HEW4), pro-rata, plus 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of human research ethics and clinical governance applications.
- Assist with recruitment, screening, and appointment scheduling of study participants.
- Perform data collection from participant medical records and assist with retinal imaging.
- Maintain research databases (Access and RedCap), ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.
- Follow all ethical and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with research regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Medical Science, BSc or similar).
- Previous experience in a clinical research setting, (previous ophthalmology research is highly desirable).
- Previous experience in preparing HREC and Clinical Governance applications.
- Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with study participants and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficiency in data management software and basic statistical tools is preferred.
Benefits
- Part-time (0.4FTE), 3-year fixed term position.
- Opportunity to work on NHMRC and MRFF funded multicentre clinical trials.
- Engagement in clinical and basic science research on vision loss and neurodegenerative diseases.
Notes
- Enquiries: Dr Angela Schulz at angela.schulz@mq.edu.au
- If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.
Closing: 28-Oct-2024
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Dates
- Opening Date: 16-Oct-2024
- Closing Date: 28-Oct-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $89,861.38 - $96,402.32 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
Responsibilities
- Undertake research, in the field of mRNA sciences.
- Apply specialist technical skills or knowledge to research activities.
- Under broad direction, set up, monitor and demonstrate standard experiments and equipment use.
- Maintain accurate records of experiments or technical activities and results/outcomes.
- Ensure a high standard of research housekeeping, waste disposal, sample storage and chemical/specimen/sample inventory management.
- Assist with developing a proactive safety culture and implement continuous improvement.
- Assist with the development of research/analytical protocols.
- Perform standard maintenance of instruments/equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintain comprehensive preparation/set-up notes and instructions for self and others to use.
- Ensure compliance with approved ethics protocols.
- Contribute to research outputs, joint preparation and authorship of reports/manuscripts.
- Record and document outcomes from experiments.
- Assist with designing complex research studies.
- Support and/or lead the development of more junior research engineers, scientists, and technicians.
- Other duties, as reasonable directed by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Completion of a relevant degree in Molecular Biology/Genetics with subsequent experience in coordinating activities or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated research-relevant knowledge and skills with expertise in a wide range of specialist and general research techniques, including molecular cloning, tissue culture and RNA biology.
- Experience with animal handling and procedures is highly desirable.
- Significant experience of working in a high-performing research group.
- Detailed knowledge of legislative requirements and operating procedures for major areas of research and scientific safety such as quarantine procedures, waste disposal, labelling and risk assessment.
- Well-developed problem-solving skills, with an ability to forward plan, prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and work with a high level of adaptability, both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to produce clear, succinct documentation.
- The ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in a research environment.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- UQ Study for Staff
- On campus childcare options
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc.
- Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
- Applications close 28 October 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-44184). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for early November.
Closing: 29-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 29-Oct-2024
Location
- Hawthorn campus, Australia
Salary
- RSCHA salary + 17% super
Responsibilities
- Overseeing and conducting data collection through repeated structured clinical interviews with participants.
- Conducting four structured clinical interviews with each participant over an 18-month period.
- Maintaining participant engagement with the study.
- Confirming mental health diagnoses and investigating mood changes over the preceding six months.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience as a research assistant on a funded psychology research project.
- Demonstrated experience and high standard of fluency with data management platforms (e.g., Excel).
- Demonstrated high standard of interpersonal and communication skills including resourcefulness, initiative and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience engaging with people living with a mental illness.
- Honours degree in psychology or related discipline.
Benefits
- Flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Notes
- Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.