Casual Research Assistant

1 week ago


Crawley, Western Australia University Of Western Australia Full time
Casual appointment for a duration of up to 12 months

  • Hourly rate from $45.31 to $54.12 (inclusive of 25% loading) plus superannuation, depending on your experience and skills


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 Ben Beale Laboratory is situated within the School of Human Sciences.

The School of Human Sciences was formed in 2017 as an amalgamation of the School of Anatomy, Physiology & Human Biology and the School of Sports Science, Exercise and Health.

The School is one of the largest in the University and makes a significant contribution to the BSc majors in Anatomy and Human Biology, Exercise and Health, Physiology, Neuroscience, Medical Sciences, and Sports Science.

The School also play a key role in delivery of doctorate programs in medicine, dental medicine and podiatric medicine.

About the opportunity


You will assist in the preparation of cells that will be examined under patch clamp electrophysiology conditions and other activities to support the outcomes of the NHMRC-funded research program.

You will work collaboratively with the research team to ensure high quality research outcomes.

About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

  • Relevant degree and/or postgraduate qualification in pathology, microbiology, cell biology or molecular science or biochemistry
  • Knowledge of safety issues relating to the use of laboratory equipment and chemicals
  • Experience in biochemistry (immunoblot and/or western blot technique) is highly desirable
  • Experience staining and imaging tissue is highly desirable
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: PD - Casual Research

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 22 June 2023
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

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 oncampus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
  • We facilitate flexible working, with parttime and jobsharing 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.

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