Research Officer

2 months ago

Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

**Job no**: 520946

**Work type**: full time

**Location**: Sydney, NSW

**Categories**: Research Administration support, Laboratory Technician

**Research Officer (Molecular Biology/Malaria Parasitology)**

**Employment Type**:Full time (35 hour a week)

**Duration**:1-year Fixed Term contract

**Remuneration**:$96K - $103K p.a. (+17% superannuation and leave loading)

**Location**:Kensington, NSW

**The Organisation**

The School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) within the Faculty of Medicine & Health is one of the largest teaching and research intensive Schools at UNSW. It is a vibrant School, a place of work for over 240 staff, more than 150 higher degree students, and many thousands of undergraduate students. As well as its location in the Wallace Wurth building the School is physically linked to the Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre, which includes access to advanced imaging equipment through the Katharina Gaus Light Microscopy Facility as well as flow cytometry. SBMS also maintains close linkages with the Lowy Cancer Research Centre, the Kirby Institute, the Biological Sciences Building and Single Molecule Science.

**Why this role matters**

**Your skills and experience**:

- A university degree in biological, biomedical, biotechnological or computer-science or a related discipline, or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training or experience.
- Knowledge of research protocols, experimental design and planning as involved in developing research projects and reporting against milestones.
- Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
- Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.

**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 provide a resume and a cover letter briefly addressing the criteria listed in the position description.

**Contact (job related questions only)**

Professor Jake Baum, Head of School of Biomedical Sciences

**Applications close**:Monday, 1st January 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.

Position Description

**Advertised**: 04 Dec 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 01 Jan 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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