Lab Operations & Facilities Assistant

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Banking & lifestyle benefits

Fitness Passport

Excellent environment

Job summary

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute in Sydney CBD/hub is seeking a Research Assistant for the Innovation Centre to support multiple laboratories and shared facilities onsite. You will assist researchers, manage bookings, maintain records and contribute to safe, efficient operations in a world-class facility.

The role emphasises practical laboratory support, inventory management and collaboration with researchers and facility managers to keep the research environment productive and compliant.

Qualifications

• Qualification in biological, biomedical, chemical sciences or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a research, laboratory or shared‑facility environment.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• Practical lab skills including reagent preparation and safe handling of samples.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational, administrative and technical support across shared research facilities.
• Assist researchers and facility users with access, bookings, and routine inquiries.
• Maintain laboratories, equipment areas and inventory records.
• Monitor and replenish consumables and supplies to ensure smooth lab operations.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Organisational skills

Communication

Customer-focused support

Education

Biological/Biomedical/Chemical sciences degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute in Sydney CBD/hub is seeking a Research Assistant for the Innovation Centre to support multiple laboratories and shared facilities onsite. You will assist researchers, manage bookings, maintain records and contribute to safe, efficient operations in a world-class facility.

The role emphasises practical laboratory support, inventory management and collaboration with researchers and facility managers to keep the research environment productive and compliant.