Research Assistant – Viral Vax Lab

Job no: 0061122
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time (1.0FTE), Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
School: Biomedical Sciences
Salary: Level A – $80,258 – $108,906 p.a. plus 17% super

• Conduct laboratory research in immunology and virology, focusing on eliciting broad and protective immunity against viral pathogens
• Thrive in a dynamic team, utilising mouse work, cell-based assays, flow cytometry, and in vitro experiments to contribute groundbreaking insights to viral vaccine development.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role
The Research role involves contributing to the laboratory’s research program on immune responses to viral infection and vaccination. This includes independently planning and executing experiments, maintaining accurate records, conducting qualitative and statistical data analysis, and contributing to lab maintenance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Independently, and alongside other researchers, plan and carry out experiments accurately
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all experiments conducted
• Contribute to the laboratory’s research program focusing on understanding immune responses to viral infection and vaccination.
• Assist with administrative duties such as submission of animal ethics and OGTR approvals

Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will not only possess technical proficiency, including the ability to design and analyse experiments involving experimental mice and human samples, but will also demonstrate strong organisational skills, meticulous data recording, and effective teamwork.

You will also have:

• BSc (Honours) degree or equivalent with a major in Immunology, Microbiology or a related discipline
• Ability to work with senior researchers and help design, perform and analyse experiments in a timely manner
• Comfortable with the use of experimental mice in medical research

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

Your New Team – School of Biomedical Sciences
At the School of Biomedical Sciences, we are at the forefront of biomedical research and education. With three departments and 85 research groups, we are dedicated to creating an innovative and inclusive academic environment. Our mission is to lay the foundation for new generations of biomedical researchers, advancing human health locally and globally. We strive to promote collegiality, excellence in research and education, and attract a diverse and talented academic workforce. Join us in leading the revolution in biomedicine, translating research into life-transforming healthcare.

What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits  page!

About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website  and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .   

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request”.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Brett Verity via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description