Advanced Genomics Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Parkville, Australia The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research Full time

Job Title

Advanced Genomics Research Assistant

**Job Description**:
An excellent opportunity is available for a Research Assistant to join the Advanced Technology and Biology Division at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.

About the position

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Maintaining and operating genomics instruments under the leadership of a senior member of staff.-
- Taking the day-to-day lead on behalf of the Laboratory in practical expertise for a subset of technologies.- Supervising and training visitors to the Laboratory in the operation of technology platforms and preparation of samples.-
- Operation of Laboratory record-keeping systems, including Electronic Lab Notebooks and WEHI intranet.- Management of sample data using standard tools available in the Laboratory, to an exceptional standard.- Participation in educational programs to disseminate technical information and train users.- Supervisory and safety responsibilities for areas of the Genomics Lab in the absence of senior staff.- Maintaining positive relationships with the genomics user community

Selection Criteria- BSc or close equivalent with expertise in molecular biology, (bio)chemistry, genomics, cell biology, laboratory science or a related field.- Clearly demonstrable knowledge and practical expertise in many of the following: laboratory molecular biology and genomics, especially high-throughput assays, tissue preparation, library construction and next-generation sequencing, functional genomics and preparation of diverse sample types.-
- The demonstrated ability to work across multiple parallel projects or technologies completing diverse tasks relevant to the role.- Clearly demonstrable ability to complete a variety of routine tasks (such as sample extraction, PCR and sequencing library workflows) efficiently and to a high degree of accuracy and reliability.- Significant, demonstrable interest in at least a selection of advanced omics technologies- A high level of record-keeping ability, especially using Electronic Lab Notebooks and specialised systems related to particular tasks.- Desirable attributes include further qualifications in relevant areas, expertise in laboratory technologies related to genomics (including next-generation sequencing), experience in cellular and histological techniques, familiarity with scientific computer systems and expertise or experience in laboratory automation.

Terms of appointment

General enquiries can be directed to Daniela Zalcenstein (Projects Team Lead)

A position description is available

here


How to Apply

Application Closing Date: 27 May 2023



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