Immunology Research Assistant - Urinary Tract Disease Lab

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Research Assistant in Immunology and Urinary Tract Diseases. This full-time, fixed-term role is for 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years, based at the Charles Perkins Centre, Camperdown Campus. Base salary starts from AUD 93,345 plus 17% superannuation.

The School of Medical Sciences leads internationally in biomedical research. You will contribute to a collaborative program combining preclinical models, human biospecimens

Qualifications

• Honours degree (first class honours or equivalent) in immunology, microbiology, biomedical science or equivalent research laboratory experience.
• Experience working with mouse models, including animal handling and/or processing of animal tissues and biospecimens.
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques relevant to biomedical research.
• Experience handling, processing and analysing biological specimens.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and research data.
• Strong organisational, time-management and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory-based research projects investigating urinary tract disease.
• Contribute to development and implementation of experimental protocols and procedures.
• Perform experimental procedures in accordance with established protocols and ethical requirements.
• Assist with preclinical mouse studies, including animal monitoring, tissue collection and record keeping.
• Undertake molecular, cellular and immunological laboratory techniques to support research projects.
• Assist with tissue processing, histology, microscopy and image analysis.
• Collect, organise and maintain accurate research records and data.
• Support data collection, quality control, analysis and interpretation to meet research objectives.
• Contribute to preparation of research reports, publications and grant documentation.
• Collaborate with researchers, students and external partners to support project delivery.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Mouse models

Molecular biology

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

Honours degree in immunology, microbiology, biomedical science

Tools

Flow cytometry

Histology

Tissue processing

Job description

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Research Assistant in Immunology and Urinary Tract Diseases. This full-time, fixed-term role is for 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years, based at the Charles Perkins Centre, Camperdown Campus. Base salary starts from AUD 93,345 plus 17% superannuation.

The School of Medical Sciences leads internationally in biomedical research. You will contribute to a collaborative program combining preclinical models, human biospecimens