Research Specialist

**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term contract for 2 years
**Faculty**:Faculty of Science
**Department**:Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology
**Salary**:Level A - $85,555 - $116,094 per annum plus 17% super
- Contribute to advanced metabolomics research / Collaborate with diverse stakeholders / Develop valuable analytical skills.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

**The University of Melbourne**
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**Your next career opportunity**
As an Academic Specialist at the Metabolomics Australia facility, you'll play a crucial role in developing advanced mass spectrometry-based metabolomic capabilities. You'll provide expert services and training to researchers from academia, industry, and government across Australia. This role offers you the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, develop new methodologies, and work with state-of-the-art instrumentation in a collaborative team environment.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Provide Expert Services and Training: Offer metabolomics expertise and services to a wide range of researchers, delivering training and mentoring on complex metabolomics concepts.
- Maintain Advanced Instrumentation: Contribute to the maintenance and optimization of various mass spectrometry instruments, ensuring optimal performance for research activities.
- Engage in Collaborative Research: Support internationally competitive research, contribute to publications in high-impact journals, and participate in grant proposals and research dissemination activities.

**You may be a great fit if**:
**You may also**:

- Demonstrate a track record of publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with researchers from diverse backgrounds.
- Show the ability to establish and maintain effective client relationships.
- Be a flexible team player, capable of adapting to changing priorities in a collaborative environment.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

**Your new team -**Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute**
The University of Melbourne's Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute is a vibrant hub of innovation and discovery. Established in 2005, this multidisciplinary research centre specialises in biomolecular science and biotechnology, bringing together over 700 brilliant minds from academia and industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative environment foster ground-breaking research in medical, agricultural, and environmental biotechnology, driving advancements that improve human health and our planet's wellbeing.

**Be Yourself**
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
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**Working at the University - what you need to know**:
**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.**This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Join Us and unlock your career potential**
- **Resume**
- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**
- **The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the )**

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**Applications close**:14th September 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.**:JR-003889 Research Specialist - Analytical (Metabolomics) _PD.pdf