R&D Scientist

2 months ago


Sydney, Australia Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full time

The Garvan Genomics Platform assists realising this mission by providing accredited Cellular Genomics, Spatial and NGS services to medical researchers utilising state-of-the-art sequencing & bioinformatics technologies, supported by industry-leading laboratory automation and high-performance computing infrastructure.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The R&D Scientist will work on the identification, development and validation of new protocols and service offerings and continuous improvements in the Next Generation and Single Cell and Spatial Laboratories through process review, improvement identification and stakeholder engagement. We are seeking an experienced scientist who is an innovative, creative and proactive problem solver with excellent communication and management skills. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and actively utilise their experience and expertise across multiple functions to enable the laboratory to meet its strategic goals.

Salary: $90,000 + 11.5% super + salary packaging (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Full time 2 year term contract

SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS

  • Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/entertainment)

  • Ample opportunities for on-going training and development

  • Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment

  • Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times

  • 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation

  • A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave

  • Discounted Health Insurance

  • Lifestyle discounts with our community partners

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The key responsibilities include:

  • As an R&D team member, contribute to the design, validation and implementation of new molecular assays/workflows in NGS, Cellular Genomics and Spatial technologies.

  • Contribute to improvement of projects in the lab including, but not limited to, streamlining of current procedures, development of new QC procedures, introduction of new equipment or methods and LIMS workflow management.

  • Participate and co-ordinate investigations to troubleshoot existing methods and processes as required within the Platform and work cross functionally with the bioinformatics team to achieve a resolution.

  • Design and complete projects for internal/external clients.

  • Development, execution and reporting of project plans for the validation/verification of new methods, tests and equipment.

  • Help to ensure the laboratory activities are compliant with NATA regulations and ISO17025, where relevant, by following SOPs and reviewing controlled documents.

  • Assist Platform staff keep up to date with new technologies and undertake horizon scanning for up-coming equipment and protocols.

  • Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT YOU

  • Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related field and 3 - 5 years’ experience in a molecular biology laboratory required

  • Master’s degree or PhD in relevant field desirable

  • Extensive hands-on experience in next generation sequencing and/or single cell sequencing

  • Knowledge of molecular biology equipment and related protocols required

  • Experimental design experience essential as well as proven ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex issues

  • Ability to assess and organise resources, and to plan and progress work activities to strict deadlines.

  • Prior experience operating automated liquid handling systems desirable

  • Experience working in a NATA accredited facility desirable

  • Good organisational skills, detail-oriented and the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential

  • Ability to multitask is a must, along with an orientation toward teamwork and cooperation

  • Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Highly developed written and verbal communications skills and the ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment are required.

  • Awareness of Work Health & Safety

ABOUT GARVAN

The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is an independent Medical Research Institute (MRI) in Sydney, delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis and in partnership with organisations that share our vision. We are proud to be one of Australia’s largest and most highly regarded MRI’s.

Our vision is global leadership in discoveries to impact and our enduring purpose is to impact human health, by harnessing information encoded in our genome.

We seek to see our world-class discovery research achieve life-changing impacts, not only for individual patients with rare diseases, but for the many thousands affected by complex, common disease.

Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We are always looking for culture ‘add’, not culture ‘fit’ and are building diverse teams with great sets of complementary styles and skills to help deliver our important work effectively.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your application with a CV and cover letter as one document, stating why you are interested in this role. We are reviewing applications as they are received. If you think you’re the right person for this role, we’d love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.



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