Research Officer

24 hours ago

Clayton, Australia Monash University Full time

**The Opportunity**

Join the cutting-edge team at the Monash Genome Modification Platform (MGMP) as a **Research Officer**, where you will play a crucial role in delivering top-tier scientific services to support ground-breaking genetic research. As a key contributor to the platform, you will coordinate a variety of laboratory activities, operate specialised equipment, conduct data analysis, and manage administrative duties to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant operations.

Your primary responsibilities will involve providing technical expertise in the genotyping of genetically modified mouse lines and cell lines. This includes DNA preparation from mouse tail samples, setting up and running PCR genotyping, enzyme digestion of PCR products, agarose gel electrophoresis, and preparing DNA samples for sequencing. You will be instrumental in the creation and verification of genetically modified models that fuel cutting-edge research.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Plan and implement molecular biology services, ensuring compliance with scientific protocols and safety regulations
- Manage laboratory tasks, including scheduling, data management, and equipment operation
- Prepare reports, conduct literature reviews, and provide critical data analysis for research leaders
- Adhere to research ethics and maintain confidentiality, ensuring a high standard of work across all projects

**Key Selection Criteria**:

- A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience
- Strong organisational and project coordination skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Team player with the ability to work independently and make sound judgments
- Experience with advanced laboratory technologies and software, and an aptitude for learning new systems quickly
- Prior experience with genotyping is essential

If you're passionate about advancing scientific research in genome modification and have the technical skills to contribute to our world-class platform, we want to hear from you

**About Monash University**

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We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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**Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.** We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

**To Apply**

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

**Enquiries**:Jeanette Rientjes, Platform Manager, +61 3 9902 9730

**Position Description**:Research Officer - MGMP

**Applications Close**:Tuesday 22 October 2024, 11:55pm AEDT

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