Technical Assistant

3 months ago


Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**: 0052422
**Location**:Parkville
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 years
**Faculty**:Science
**Department/School**:The Bio21 Institute of Molecular Science and Biotechnology
**Salary**:UOM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Join a leading metabolomics facility at the University of Melbourne.**:

- **Deliver exceptional analytical services and expertise.**:

- **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 Metabolomics Australia (MA) facility at the University of Melbourne is funded by the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) together with institutional funding. The UoM Metabolomics Australia facility is one of the largest of its kind in Australia and provides state-of-the-art mass spectrometry-based metabolomics services to researchers from academia, industry and government and houses a wide range of metabolomics capabilities and instrumentation.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Under general direction from senior staff contribute to MA project delivery, services and its aims of meeting deadlines and key milestones, through the provision of research support activities, including assisting with experiment designs, sample preparation, data acquisition, analysis/interpretation, presentation and documentation.
- Operate and maintain advanced metabolomics-based liquid chromatography/gas chromatography - mass spectrometers (LC/GC-MS) and/or imaging MS laboratory instruments.
- In collaboration with other MA colleagues, actively contribute to the maintenance of the facility to ensure optimal operations.
- Provide high-level technical expertise, advice, assistance and training to clients in the use of MA metabolomics methodology (including experiment design, protocols, equipment and software tools).
- Develop a clear understanding of the analytical service delivery role of the Metabolomics Australia and actively participate in the delivery of these services to all MA clients by producing and documenting protocols and high-quality data around metabolomics research and analytical methodologies, through working closely with Team Leads and other MA staff, reading relevant literature and attendance at meetings and seminars.

**Who We Are Looking For**
You will possess advanced computer skills, particularly in metabolomics analysis tools and database searches, and demonstrate the capability to conduct research projects while maintaining meticulous records and documentation under the guidance of senior staff.

You will also have:

- Tertiary qualification with relevant work-related experience in analytical chemistry and biochemical assays, or equivalent in a related discipline
- Proven ability to set up, monitor, maintain, as well as demonstrate and train others in the proper use of instruments/equipment/facilities and related methods for metabolomics analysis

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

**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position**. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Your New Team - “ Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute (Bio21 Institute)“**
The University of Melbourne's Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute (Bio21 Institute) is a multidisciplinary research centre, specialising in biomolecular science and medical biotechnology.

Opened in 2005, the Bio21 Institute improves human health and the environment through innovation in biotechnology and related areas, driven by multidisciplinary research and dynamic interactions with industry. The Institute embraces commercialisation as a facilitator of innovation, skills development and economic outcomes. A key driver of innovation is the Institute's commitment to intellectual property protection, technology transfer and business incubation.

Accommodating more than 800 research scientists, students, industry participants and administrative staff, the Bio21 Institute is one of the largest biotechnology research centres in Australia.

**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**
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