Research Assistant

About Usis located in the heart of Sydney's creative and digital precinct. UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are known for our industry focus, practice-based teaching and learning, real world research and our location. With state-of-the-art campuses and facilities, we're preparing students to become global thinkers, leaders and innovators.organisational structure consists of two schools, two research institutes, administrative services, and technical services. The Faculty is the fifth largest in terms of student enrolments and second largest in terms of research revenue of the seven faculties at UTS. It is also the second largest in terms of total academic and support staff.
Detailed DescriptionAbout the RoleThe Research Assistant provides a range of laboratory, technical and administrative support that contributes to the efficient operation of the two contract research projects Investigating water quality impacts for sustainable management and optimal production of Blue Mussels and Implementing management measures to address the high incidence of Ciguatera poisoning from fish consumption for improved public health and fish export compliance outcomes in Kiribati funded by The Department of Regional NSW and The Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research respectively.The Research Assistant will be responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the Seafood Safety Lab (for students and supervisors); dinoflagellate culture maintenance; maintenance of Seafood Safety Lab equipment and routine water quality monitoring fieldwork; and receiving and sending a variety of sample types under cold and frozen conditions.As the ideal candidate, you will possess:

• Experience in molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, DNA purification)

• Experience with algal culturing and experimental techniques (cell count, growth curve, creating growth media)

• Experience with specimen reception and dispatch with knowledge of cryogenic handling practices.

• Experience with aquatic fieldwork, including working on boats.

• Ability to work independently, as well as within a group.

• Data management and report writing skills

Remuneration/SalaryBase Salary Range: $80,044 to $91,570 pa (HEW 5)This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave, access to the UTS Fitness Passport program and salary packaging opportunities.This position is full-time, and the appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 12 months.