Agricultural Research Assistant

2 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeagricultural Full time $73,000 - $93,000
Job Title:

Agricultural Research Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Agricultural Research Assistant to join our team in the Agriculture & Food Research Unit. The successful candidate will work closely with our experts to develop and implement innovative solutions for crop production and pest management.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Plant Transformation and Tissue Culture: Conduct experiments on plant transformation and tissue culture to support research initiatives.
  2. Maintenance of Insect Populations: Ensure the health and well-being of insect populations used in research projects.
  3. Transient Leaf Expression Assays: Perform transient leaf expression assays in Nicotiana benthamiana to evaluate gene expression.
  4. Care of Plant Populations: Maintain plant populations in the glasshouse/growth cabinets, including sowing, transplanting, sampling, and molecular characterization.
Requirements
  • Education: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., botany, genetics, biochemistry).
  • Skills: Strong laboratory skills, experience with plant transformation and tissue culture techniques, and proficiency in molecular biology methods.
  • Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a similar role or in a related field.
Working with Us

As an employee of our organization, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that contribute to the advancement of agricultural research. Our team is committed to providing a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters growth and development.



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