Research Assistant

Overview:
- Full-time, Fixed Term position until 30/06/2028- Salary Academic Level A + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
- About The Position

The Research Assistant will contribute to research initiatives within the School and its affiliated Research Institutes, collaborating with research teams and external partners. In this role, you will undertake research activities aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.

You will conduct independent and/or collaborative research that significantly contributes to your field of expertise and is recognised at a national level for advancing disciplinary knowledge.

As a Research Assistant, you are expected to design, develop, and participate in high-quality research projects that align with the University’s key research themes. Your research will be embedded within the School’s academic environment through the establishment of productive research networks across RMIT, and with local, national, and external stakeholders. You will be expected to deliver high-quality research outcomes, secure research funding, and produce impactful scholarly outputs.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:
Evidence of experience in some or all of the following: bacterial culture, mammalian cell culture, antimicrobial testing, advanced imaging techniques (e.g. atomic force microscopy, confocal microscopy or electron microscopy)- Evidence of experience in materials synthesis or characterisation e.g. rheology, deep eutectic solvents, hydrogels, or ionic liquids.- Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links.-
- Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government.-
- Values-led approach to academic practice and demonstrable commitment to promoting principles of inclusion, diversity, equity and wider ‘Responsible Practice’.

About the School

The School of Science delivers excellence in applied research and education, engaging in strong impactful industry partnerships and producing skilled, industry-ready graduates.

The School employs over 120 academic and 60 FTE research staff across five academic Disciplines (Applied Chemistry and Environmental Sciences; Biosciences and Food Technology; Geospatial Sciences, Mathematical Sciences; Physics).

The School has a diverse research portfolio across science and mathematics with international research excellence in quantum science technologies, advanced materials chemistry and catalysis solutions and in water science, systems and sustainability; in addition to emerging strengths in geospatial technologies, mathematics and future food technologies. Annual research income for the School is around $20 million and the School has just under 400 Higher Degree by Research students.

The School delivers high-quality applied, authentic and active industry-engaged education and teaching to over 2,600 undergraduate
- and postgraduate-taught students across 10 ongoing undergraduate and 8 postgraduate programs, in addition to offshore partnerships and delivery, including in China and Vietnam.

Across learning and teaching and research, the School partners actively with industry and external stakeholders in Australia and internationally, delivering innovation, research translation and providing knowledge and real-world solutions for societal good and to enhance sustainable development. The School is strongly committed to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion and seeks also to activate and develop its commitment to reconciliation.

Details of the School can be found at:
To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

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Job Description - Research Assistant

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9 July 2025 11.59 pm
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