AddressResearch Assistant Level 2
$79,300 per annum, salary packaging options available.
Who We Are
The Centenary Institute is a world-leading independent Medical Research Institute. Our strength is in uncovering disease mechanisms and applying this knowledge to improve diagnostics and treatments for patients and find cures for some of the most chronic diseases affecting today’s society.
We continue to build on our skills by focusing on and enlarging our research efforts in three key areas: cancer, inflammation and cardiovascular disease.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of groundbreaking research, with opportunities for growth and development in your career. If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who meets the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and join our team of passionate researchers.
Comprehensive training will be provided in specific areas as needed.
Responsibilities
- Animal Care and Research Exposure: Display a willingness to work with live laboratory mice, including daily exposure to research cigarette smoke, and the ability to monitor mice during and after exposure.
- Histological Techniques: Demonstrate the ability to independently learn and proficiently perform histological techniques.
- Team-Oriented: Embrace a strong team focus and collaborate seamlessly with colleagues and researchers.
- Independent Work: Demonstrate the capability to work unsupervised with a high level of trustworthiness.
- Molecular and Cell Biology Proficiency: Possess competence in performing molecular and cell biology assays, including PCR, RT-PCR, Western Blotting (WB), and histology.
- General Laboratory Tasks: Be proficient in general laboratory tasks, including lab chores and maintaining lab supplies and inventory.
About You
- Have a Bachelors of Science.
- Computer proficiency
- Able to comply with standard work instructions and procedures.
- Have a demonstrated commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) through leading by example.
Terms of Appointment
An initial 1 year contract will be offered, renewable subject to funding.
Why Work for Centenary
- World renowned Medical Research Institute.
- Supportive team environment and the opportunity to work with some of the leading researchers in the country.
- Affiliations with Sydney University and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
- Facilities in the heart of the Inner West next to Uni Campus with coffee machine, break out areas, and in walking distance of shops, cafes and parks.
- Salary packaging options.
Please apply via the SEEK link.
Applications must include:
- A cover letter addressing the above skills,
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and
- Full contact details of at least three recent professional referees.
Please note that SEEK allows two documents to be uploaded.
For more information about the role: please contact Sarah Mulvey (********@centenary.org.au).
Centenary Institute of Cancer Medicine And Cell Biology is a centre of excellence in medical research affiliated with the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the University of Sydney located at Camperdown.
For more information about Centenary please visit our website www.centenary.org.au
The Centenary Institute supports Equal Employment Opportunity. We value diversity and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, LGBTQI+ individuals and applicants of diverse cultures and ages.
