Integral to the Garvan are its biobanks which contain tissue and blood samples from consented participants. The Technician is to undertake blood-processing duties to expand the collection of the biobanks.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Histopathology & Biospecimen Manager, the Blood Processing Technician will be responsible for processing blood samples and then preparing the samples for storage and entry of information onto a database, record keeping and the ordering of supplies and adherence to occupational health and safety guidelines. In addition to this, performing general histology duties will also be a part of the responsibilities of the incumbent. This role is 5 days on site.
Salary: $58,000 + 11% super + salary packaging
Employment Type: 1 year term contract with possibility for extension
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/accom)
Opportunities for on-going training and development
Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment
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:
Processing of blood samples collected as part of the biobanks
Strict adherence to Study Protocols
The meticulous preparation and labelling of the blood samples
Centrifuge handling and maintenance
Aliquoting and snap freezing of samples
Data entry and ensuring its accuracy onto a database
Maintaining, auditing and implementing changes to electronic databases
Assistance with specific projects
Performing general histology
All general lab duties
Contributing to the writing of standard operating procedures and other manuals
Record Keeping
Assisting other Garvan facilities/labs if required
Working closely and effectively with small teams, planning and prioritising work to meet all commitments.
ABOUT YOU
TAFE or university degree in science, applied science, health or a health related discipline
Excellent computer and communication skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent data entry skills
Ability to carry out duties under supervision and also autonomously
Ability to work as a team member
Understanding of good laboratory practice guidelines
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.