Research Assistant: Molecular Biology & Liquid Biopsy

Macquarie University; Sydney; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

17% Superannuation

Subsidised onsite parking

Extensive training and professional发展

Onsite childcare facilities

Onsite vacation care

Discounted health insurance

Subsidised Sport & Aquatic Centre

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, is seeking a Research Assistant to support liquid biopsy cancer research. You will process human samples, assist with biomarker analysis and help build datasets for publications and translation.

Training in liquid biopsy methodologies will be provided, enabling you to grow in a multidisciplinary research team. The role offers a structured training program, access to modern facilities, and opportunities to contribute from day one within a

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in molecular biology or a related discipline.
• Experience with nucleic acid extraction and sequencing workflows.
• Ability to document results clearly and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory procedures and molecular biology techniques per SOPs.
• Receive, process, aliquot and store biological samples with traceability.
• Undertake training in liquid biopsy and analyze biomarkers and molecular analytes.
• Assist with nucleic acid extraction and sample prep for sequencing workflows.
• Record, organise and maintain experimental data in lab records and electronic systems.
• Assist with QC, data processing, literature searches and preparing figures/tables/reports.
• Identify protocol deviations and maintain lab areas, equipment and reagents per governance and WHS.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Lab troubleshooting

Sample handling & data recording

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in molecular biology or biomedical science

Tools

PCR

qPCR

Next-generation sequencing

Job description

Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, is seeking a Research Assistant to support liquid biopsy cancer research. You will process human samples, assist with biomarker analysis and help build datasets for publications and translation.

Training in liquid biopsy methodologies will be provided, enabling you to grow in a multidisciplinary research team. The role offers a structured training program, access to modern facilities, and opportunities to contribute from day one within a