Research Assistant

University of Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazer Institute in Brisbane is seeking a Research Assistant to join the clinical-omx laboratory and contribute to meaningful research in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

This hands-on wet laboratory role will apply immunohistochemistry, tissue staining, antibody techniques and blood processing, while supporting data generation and quality control to ensure reliable research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge in immunohistochemistry and tissue staining.
• Experience with antibody-based techniques and blood/sample processing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong teamwork and communication in multidisciplinary settings.
• Able to organise workloads, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
• Knowledge of lab accreditation, safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wet laboratory research across immunohistochemistry, tissue staining, antibody techniques, blood and sample processing, microscopy and imaging.
• Generate and monitor research data, undertaking routine analyses and quality control activities.
• Contribute to safe and efficient laboratory operations through equipment maintenance, inventory management, and receipt/registration of materials, therapeutics and chemicals.
• Support laboratory quality and continuous improvement by maintaining SOPs and laboratory manuals, assisting with risk assessments, and contributing to Quality Management System and audit activities.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Tissue staining

Antibody techniques

Blood/sample processing

Office software

Communication skills

Lab safety/quality systems

Education

Diploma-level qualification or Certificate IV

Job description

• Frazer Institute
• Full-time, fixed-termposition for 12 months
• Full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range$79,096 - $83,863 + 17% super (HEWLevel4)
• Based atour Dutton Park Campus

About This Opportunity

Join the Frazer Institute’s clinical-omx laboratory as a Research Assistant and contribute to purposeful research in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

This hands-on wet laboratory role offers the opportunity to apply and grow your technical expertise across immunohistochemistry, tissue staining, microscopy, imaging and blood processing, while supporting the generation of high-quality research data.

Working alongside experienced laboratory and research staff, you will play an important part in maintaining rigorous, safe and reliable laboratory operations while contributing to research with the potential to create meaningful change.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to build your technical expertise, work alongside experienced researchers and contribute to research that matters, this could be your next move.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conduct wet laboratory research, supporting routine experiments across immunohistochemistry, tissue staining, antibody techniques, blood and sample processing, microscopy and imaging.
• Generate, monitor and check research data, undertaking routine analyses and quality control activities to support accurate and reliable research outcomes.
• Contribute to safe and efficient laboratory operations through equipment maintenance, inventory management, and the receipt and registration of laboratory materials, therapeutics and chemicals.
• Support laboratory quality and continuous improvement by maintaining SOPs and laboratory manuals, assisting with risk assessments, and contributing to Quality Management System and audit activities

About You

• A relevant diploma-level qualification with related work experience, a Certificate IV with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Foundational knowledge and practical experience in immunohistochemistry, tissue staining, antibody-based techniques and blood or sample processing.
• Demonstrated computer and database literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workloads, work accurately and meet research deadlines.
• Knowledge of laboratory or research accreditation requirements, quality practices and relevant occupational health and safety requirements.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community,you’llhave the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world,working together to create a better world.Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewardsareavailable.

Enjoyup to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super,17.5%leave loading,flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs,a heavily discounted Study for Staff program,on‑campuschildcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.

Other Information

Pre-employment checksmayincludeverification of theright to work in Australia, criminal check andmandatory immunisations.This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You mustmaintainunrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We’rededicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Werecognise that career pathways and opportunitiesdiffer, andencourage applications from candidates who may not meet everycriteriabut candemonstratetheir potentialrelativeto opportunity.We’realso happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [e-mail] calling [phone].

Applications close 10th of November 2026at 11.00pm AEST (R-70585).Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled forthe week of the 16th of November 2026.

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