Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia University of New South Wales Full time

**Job no**: 515206

**Work type**: full time

**Location**: Sydney, NSW

**Categories**: Research Administration support

**Research Assistant - Ovarian Cancer**
- Employment Type: Full time (35 hour/week)
- Duration: 6 month Fixed Term contract (with possibility of extension)
- Remuneration: $78,130 - $88,407 plus 17% super & leave loading
- Location: Kensington, NSW

**About UNSW**:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 50 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

**Why Your Role Matters**:
As a Research Assistant, you will support ongoing investigations and carry out specific experiments under a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) grant. You will support research in large-scale expression profiling of ovarian tumours to identify prognostic markers for ovarian cancer.

The role reports to the Professor, Molecular Oncology Group and has no direct reports.

**Responsibilities will include but not be limited to**:

- Supporting the conduct of research experiments under direction, following establish procedure and appropriate to the position, including:

- Conducting RNA and DNA extractions from large numbers of tumour samples.
- Performing high throughput processing of samples and PCR.
- Performing expression profiling of large numbers of tumour samples using the NanoString platform and data quality control.
- Assist with data analysis in consultation with supervisor and assist with data collection, maintain accurate records and prepare reports as required.

**Who You Are**:

- Relevant tertiary qualification in Science, or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Previous professional experience in a laboratory research related role with demonstrated experience in genomics or molecular biology techniques.
- Experience in performing high throughput processing of samples and PCR.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
- Proven ability to show attention to detail and commitment to quality, with evidence of ability to accurately plan, execute and document experimental research
- Work both independently and as part of a team with demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines, and knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

**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**:
Jamie Cutler: Talent Acquisition Consultant
- The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment._

Position Description

**Advertised**: 16 Mar 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 02 Apr 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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