Address Fixed Term (12 months), Full Time and Casual positions available!
Classification HEW0606
Fixed Term, Full Time | $81,000 – $88,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
Casual | $52.26 - $56.47 per hours plus 11% employer superannuation contributions
Salary Packaging opportunities
Ref: JR102047 | JR102011
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
About Us
Based at the Murdoch University Centre for Computational and Systems Medicine (CCSM) and harnessing the capacity of the Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC), the role will act as a liaison between technical specialists and the public. It involves conducting daily research activities related to Western Australia premium food products, with a significant focus on managing the day-to-day operation of ongoing human clinical trials.
The ANPC, located in the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, is a world-class facility led by Murdoch University focused on high throughput targeted and exploratory metabolic phenotyping. The centre is the largest dedicated facility for metabolic phenotyping in the world and houses the largest collection of mass spectrometers and nuclear magnetic resonance instruments dedicated to phenomics research.
The Role
Established as part of the Future Food Systems Cooperative Research Centre (FFS-CRC) to connect nutritional quality and composition with health outcomes through nutritional health claims; the Research Officer is a trained operator with experience in the execution of day-to-day research activities in a PC2 certified laboratory.
Residing in The Centre for Computational and Systems medicine (CCSM); you will work closely with technical specialists from the world-leading Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC) and contribute to the generation of high-fidelity data using mass spectrometers and nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers.
Key responsibilities for the role include:
Establishing routine methodologies for the preparation of various samples, ranging from food origin to clinical origin, in a PC2 certified laboratory.
Acquisition of data from biofluid and food samples using pipelines already established for MS and NMRs, immunoassays, molecular biology techniques, robotic liquid handlers, etc.
Ensure equipment are operationalised in compliance with SOPs.
Perform data quality assurance and statistical analysis to assist Bioinformaticians.
Assist in the day-to-day operation of ongoing human clinical trials, which includes duties such as recruiting volunteers, conducting screening visits, sample collections and preparations.
Prepare analytical reports for collaborators and dissemination via publications and presentations.
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant informatics techniques.
What you’ll bring to this role
Qualifications (Hons or equivalent) in a relevant field.
Extensive experience and knowledge (3+ years) in the day-to-day operations of a PC2 of analytical laboratory, with a focus on sample collection and preparation of biospecimens of clinical origins or food samples.
Experienced in analytical chemistry or molecular biology techniques.
Experienced in conducting human clinical trials and possessing a good understanding of the principles outlined in the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research.
Ability to communicate analytical strategies to researchers in other fields; with high written and speech skills.
Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques.
Experience with large, high-throughput sample workflows.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.
What you’ll get in return
You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.
Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:
Competitive remuneration
Paid leave entitlements
Flexible work arrangements
Salary packaging options
Employee Assistance Program
On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
To Apply
Please apply by submitting the documents below:
A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the
Position Description
)
Your most recent resume (CV)
Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Position contact:
Dr. Ruey Leng Loo – Premier Early Mid-Career Fellow.
Closing date: 23/03/2024 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
