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Graduate Research Officer

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Murdoch University Full time $79,000 - $96,000 per year

About The Team

The Personalised Medicine Centre is a joint initiative between Murdoch University and the Perron Institute, bringing together leading researchers and clinicians to advance personalised medicine. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to developing tailored treatments based on individual genetic and lifestyle factors. We focus on a wide range of critical health challenges, including genetic therapies, genomics, motor neurone disease, sepsis, immunogenomics, drug hypersensitivity, cognitive health, muscular dystrophy, and neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson's disease, myositis, and multiple sclerosis.

Your New Role

The Graduate Research Officer applies prescribed procedures and techniques in the examination of specimens within a laboratory and contributes to the development of improved processes and procedures for the examination of specimens. You will support specific projects whilst contributing to the general pool to ensure continuity of workloads.

Your key responsibilities will include -

  • Perform complex and specialised technical services and data analysis of a molecular biology nature in the provisions of genomics research and services.
  • Design, construct and set up complex experiments under broad supervision using specialised equipment.
  • Examine and interpret results with respect to expected results and their significance to referral to a Senior Scientist.
  • Draft reports and standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain documents relevant to the facilities quality management framework.
  • Engage in the supervision of laboratory work for honours and PhD students.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $79,000 - $96,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

  • Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
  • Indigenous Language Allowance
  • Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page

Join us

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

  • A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
  • Your most recent resume (CV)

What you'll bring to the role:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
  • Ability to problem solve and apply theoretical scientific principles and techniques at a degree level.
  • Ability to effectively analyse information and produce clear, succinct reports and documents.
  • Planning and organisational skills; with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
  • General knowledge of laboratory procedures, including laboratory safety.
  • High levels of written and oral communication skills in English.
  • Experience with molecular techniques relevant to a medical genomics laboratory.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Dr. Abha Chopra, Associate Professor, Medical Genomics Laboratory and quote JR104241 as the reference.

Applications Close on 10/09/ :59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.