Research Officer

Fixed Term (12 months), Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

Classification HEW0606| $80,000 – $86,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions

Salary Packaging opportunities

Ref: JR100402

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, and people of CaLD background to apply for this important position.

About Us

Working within The Centre for Computational and Systems Medicine (CCSM); the area brings scientists and clinicians together in an interdisciplinary environment and builds on the academic strengths of individuals in cutting edge analytical chemistry, data science and data visualisation. Harnessing the capacity of the Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC) to generate deep phenotypic profiles of biological samples that define the metabolic status of an individual and contribute to the understanding of disease risk and aetiology.

The Role

The Officer will use the resources available of the ANPC and CCSM to generate high-fidelity data using high-throughput and robust analytical pipelines that will result in an enhanced understanding of the impact of microbial metabolic signalling on liver cancer. The ANPC is a dedicated facility established for the purpose of performing “industrial-scale” metabolic phenotyping using an array of state-of-the-art analytical instruments.

On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:

Establishing routine methodologies for the preparation of samples of biological or clinical origin in a PC2 certified laboratory.

Acquisition of data from biofluid and tissue samples using pipelines already established for MS, NMRs, immunoassays, molecular biology techniques, robotic liquid handlers, etc.

Perform data quality assurance and statistical analysis to assist Bioinformaticians.

Participate in research meetings and internal seminars.

What you’ll bring to this role

Qualifications (Hons or equivalent) in a relevant field.

3+ years’ experience and knowledge in the day-to-day operations of a PC2 or analytical laboratory, with a focus on sample preparation of biospecimens of clinical origins.

Experienced in analytical chemistry or molecular biology techniques.

Experience with large, high-throughput sample workflows.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.

What you’ll get in return

You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

Competitive remuneration

Paid leave entitlements

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply

Please apply by submitting the documents below:

A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

Your most recent resume (CV)

Please view the position description here.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Position contact: Dr Sze How Bong, Senior Operations Manager, CONTACT

Closing date: 11/04/2023 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.