Casual Research Assistant (Laboratory)

The Raine Study

• Casual appointment – 45 hours per fortnight for 12 months
• Hourly rate: Level 3 $30.44 plus 10.5% superannuation and casual loading

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The Raine Study is one of the largest successful prospective cohorts of pregnancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood to be carried out anywhere in the world. It is a rich resource for researchers, with prospective longitudinal data and biological samples that have been collected at multiple time-points over the last 33 years. There are established collaborative research networks across a wide variety of disciplines.

The Raine Study is commencing the next Follow-up with its Generations 1 and Generation 2 cohort participants. The Research Assistant (Laboratory) will be part of a highly experienced and respected data collection team, they will be responsible for the efficient and effective sorting, processing, and accessioning of pathology specimens, and data entry, for the Generations Follow-up.

About the opportunity

As the appointee you will under general direction, be performing routine daily tasks in the laboratory and interacting with the research team, researchers, and other health professionals. Your duties will include sorting, processing, and accessioning pathology specimens, and data entry. Other tasks may include operating laboratory equipment, non-invasive test setup, equipment maintenance and ordering supplies.

About you 

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Year 12 or equivalent competency
• Degree in Biological Sciences or a related discipline is desirable
• Experience in biological sample processing and storage
• Demonstrated excellent attention to detail and quality
• Highly developed organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative, high performing team, with minimal supervision, show initiative and problem solve
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email

Please note the below requirements for this position:

• A current National Police Clearance (NPC)
• Current “C” class driver’s licence
• Regular weekend work

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Casual Research Assistant (Laboratory) - 514556.pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 28th May 2023

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details : Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for child 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:18 May 2023 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:28 May 2023 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time