Research Assistant

• Full time, fixed term for 12 months with potential for extension
• Exciting opportunity to be a Research Assistant in Cancer and Stem Cell Research
• Base Salary from $72, % superannuation

About the opportunity

The Research Assistant provides technical support and research assistance in the laboratory. They prepare the laboratory and assist with routine experiments and practicals. They also assist with the collection and analysis of data.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• develop research projects in collaboration with researchers, students, and/or other technical staff
• provide research assistance to staff, students, researchers, and other technical staff in the laboratory, including support for animal work
• providing trainings to staff, visitors, and students on the safe operation and practices within a PC2 laboratory environment
• undertake or assist with the cleaning and sterilisation of laboratory items, materials, and equipment
• support the maintenance of laboratory supplies and equipment, including assisting with the coordination of maintenance and repairs
• assist with the safe and appropriate storage and disposal of hazardous substances
• undertake other duties appropriate within the classification level as required.

About you

• experience working in cancer or cancer research programs is preferable
• demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with researchers and collaborators
• experience in research methodology skills is preferred
• will be an excellent communicator both oral and written
• ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record experimental data
• effective time management skills, with a reliable and approachable manner
• able to travel between the university facilities if needed.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion .

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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Thursday 18 September :59 PM