Technical Research Support - Experimental The ARC Digital Bioprocess Development Hub

Job no: 0057785
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full time/Part time; Fixed-term for up to three years, with possible extension.
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Department/School: School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering
Salary: UOM 4 – $71,099 – $75,458 p.a. (pro rata for part time) plus 17% super

The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.

About the School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering
The School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering encompasses both the Department of Chemical Engineering and the Department of Biomedical Engineering. This fusion of engineering disciplines provides a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment that is world leading in both research and teaching.

To find out more, please see https://eng.unimelb.edu.au/about/departments/school-of-chemical-and-biomedical-engineering

About the ARC Hub for Digital Bioprocess Development
The ARC Hub for Digital Bioprocess Development is part of the Industrial Transformation Research Hub grant scheme (ITRH Scheme) and aims to assist the Biopharma industry by increasing digital innovation, productivity and competitiveness.  The Hub will engage an interdisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and computing specialists to develop digitally integrated advanced manufacturing processes and a platform for industry adoption. The program will address key bioprocessing research challenges and develop new process and digital models that can predict and optimise manufacturing processes, resulting in greater yields, faster and more flexible processes and enhanced product stability. The Hub will transform biopharmaceutical manufacturing and unlock growth opportunities to forge an internationally competitive Australian Biopharma sector.

The ARC Hub for Digital Bioprocess Development is a collaborative program of significant scope and scale. It will draw together expertise from The University of Melbourne, University of Technology Sydney and RMIT University, together with CSL Innovation, Patheon and Pall and three leading international universities, forming a substantial team. The Hub will have the critical mass of researchers and expertise needed to address key biopharma research challenges, contributing to industry outcomes, and positioning Australian Biopharma manufacturing to benefit from Industry 4.0.

About the Role
The Technical Research Support (Experimental RA1) will support the bioprocess platform at the University of Melbourne and facilitate integration between the bioprocessing and the digital research streams.

RA1 will be employed (full time or part time) to perform more routine work in the bioprocessing stream. This assistant will prepare media, help to manage bioreactors within the bioprocessing platform at The University of Melbourne and maintain cell cultures (including generic cell cultures and cells provided by CSL). They will also continue to assess the potential for the facility to be a test bed for data collection and processing methods. Their assistance will increase the impact of the use of the platform, once integrated with digital tools, for outreach and translation. They may conduct experiments both at The University of Melbourne and at partner organisation CSL Innovation in Parkville and may be involved in preparation of data for publications as well as the translation of outcomes to CSL.

The Technical Research Support role will provide support to postdoctoral and PhD students within the DBD Hub and will be members of the team, assisting researchers with equipment operation, sample preparation and ensuring the smooth running of the laboratory.

For RA1 key responsibilities will include:

• Undertake general laboratory duties including maintenance of the laboratory and equipment and ordering of supplies and ensure the smooth operation of the laboratory.
• Assist in the maintenance of safety records and labelling and other documentation in the laboratory including, chemical handling and storage, routine inspections, inductions and risk assessments.
• Provide support for researchers with equipment operation and sample preparation.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all experiments conducted, assist in the preparation of data for analysis and be able to effectively communicate outcomes to project staff as required.

About You
You will have evidence of Technical Research Support and strong practical laboratory skills. Your experience and ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing priorities to achieve project objectives within timelines will be vital to succeed in these roles. You will show excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders (academic, administrative and support staff) in a courteous and effective manner.

You will also have:

• Completion of a tertiary level qualification with relevant work-related experience and/or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/ training. Specifically: Technical Research Support - microbiology, mammalian cell culture, biochemistry or chemical engineering
• Excellent record keeping skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated by presentation of research results at conferences, internal forums and manuscript submissions.

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.

Please note: To be considered for this role you must have current valid work rights for Australia.

About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.

Benefits of Working with Us
In addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and to be part of a vibrant campus life, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements, generous personal, parental and cultural leave
• Competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loading
• Free and subsidised health and wellbeing services, and access to fitness and cultural clubs
• Discounts on a wide range of products and services including Myki cards and Qantas Club
• Career development opportunities and 25% off graduate courses for staff and their immediate families

To find out more, visit https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits .

Be Yourself
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and experience.  Please note that while you are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description, you may wish to consider including additional information to support your application.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] .

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