Senior Research Assistant

• Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)

• HEW Level 6

• Part-time, 50% FTE Fixed-term position for up to 18 months

• Close date Thursday 4th August 2022 at 11:00 PM AEST

• UQ Careers: R-11465

About This Opportunity  

The Senior Research Assistant Technician provides specialist technical subject matter expertise in support of human stem cell research, molecular biology and organoid generation in support of the Postdoctoral Research Rellow also appointed at the Phenomics Australia national Non-Animal Technologies Service (NATS) at UQ.

Responsibilities:

Core

• Applies specialist technical skills or knowledge to research activities related to human induced pluripotent stem cell generation, culture, differentiation, genetic manipulation and molecular biology.

• Under broad direction, sets up, monitors and demonstrates standard experiments and equipment use

• Maintains accurate records of experiments or technical activities and results/outcomes

• Operates and maintains equipment to general specifications

Safety

• Ensures a high standard of research housekeeping, waste disposal, sample storage and chemical/specimen/sample inventory management

• Assists with developing a proactive safety culture and implement continuous improvement 

Optional

• Assists with the development of research/analytical protocols

• Performs standard maintenance of instruments/equipment to ensure optimal performance

• Maintains comprehensive preparation/set-up notes and instructions for self and others to use

• Ensures compliance with approved ethics protocols

• Contributes to timely provision of research tools to clients.

• Records and documents outcomes from experiments

• Assists with designing experimental approaches

• Other duties, as reasonable directed by the supervisor

About You

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Research Technician/Assistant/Coordinator to apply their subject matter expertise and advanced knowledge of human pluripotent stem cell generation, culture, differentiation and/or genetic manipulation to the Phenomics Australia national Non-Animal Technologies Service (NATS) at UQ.

Selection Criteria

• Completion of a relevant degree in human stem cell and/or developmental biology 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 Human stem cell generation (reprogramming), hIPSC culture and differentiation.

• Expertise in the application of Molecular biology, cloning and CRISPR.

• 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

What We Can Offer  

This is a Part-time, 50% FTE Fixed-term position for up to 18 months at HEW level 6.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $82,399.95 - $88,503.79 plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range  $96,407.94 - $103.549.43 per annum.  

For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ  and review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018-2021 .  

Questions?  

To discuss this role please contact Professor Ernst Wolvetang, Senior Group Leader, [email protected] .

For application queries, please contact [email protected]  stating the job reference number in the subject line.  
 

All applicants must supply the following documents:  

• Cover letter addressing Selection Criteria   

• Resume  

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels, including direct email, will not be accepted.  

About The Selection Process  

The University of Queensland is committed to ensuring all candidates are provided with the opportunity to attend the panel interviews, however, for those candidates who are unable to attend in person, video interview options will be available.     

Mandatory Immunisations: It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.   

Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.   

Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.   
 

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage  contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to [email protected] .

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