Research Assistant (School of Biomedical Sciences)

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Research Administration support

Research Assistant (School of Biomedical Sciences)

• Employment Type: Full – time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: 2 – Year Fixed Term
• Remuneration: $82K – $93K base (+ 17% Superannuation and leave loading)
• Location: Kensington, Sydney

The School of Biomedical Sciences

As one of the largest teaching schools at UNSW, the School of Biomedical Sciences is uniquely placed to inspire the next generation of science and medical graduates. It plays a key role in arming future doctors, health practitioners, biomedical scientists and a broader community of health professionals, each of whom will bring a specialised and diverse skill set to the frontiers of medical science.

The school holds strong cross-faculty connections with chemistry, maths, physics and engineering; along with academic staff and key partners whose work is based in the clinical or biotech space, this creates a naturally synergistic and innovative environment.

Why this role matters:

This position will play a key role within the school providing practical research and administrative support for project teams and key stakeholders. The purpose of this role is to assist with the conduct of a research project and have an understanding of the role of copper in a tumour microenvironment, which will involve developing, implementing and testing drugs in brain cancer mouse models and liaising with the investigators.

Skills and experience:

• A university degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training or experience.
• Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Excel, Graphpad and Flow cytometry software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW .

UNSW Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​ 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.   

How to apply:

Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter briefly addressing the criteria listed in the position description.

Contact (role related questions only)

A/Professor Orazio Vittorio, Pathology Department

E: [email protected]

Applications close:  Sunday 24th March 2024, before 11.30pm

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised:08 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:24 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time