Research Assistant

• Full time
• Fixed Term – 1 year
• Located at Bundoora  
• $65,857 – $79,827 + 17% superannuation (HEO4 or HEO5 depending on qualifications and experience)

About the position

An opportunity exists for a talented and motivated Research Assistant to work with Dr Kazuhide Shaun Okuda and A/Prof Ivan Poon in the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, La Trobe University (Bundoora).

The Okuda/Poon Laboratory aims to understand mechanisms of disease progression using the zebrafish model to identify novel therapeutic agents/targets. The successful candidate will have an Honour’s or Master’s degree in Biomedical Science. The candidate will have strong molecular biology skills for research.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• Completion of an Honour’s or Master’s degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and monitor workflows within own area of responsibility.
• Demonstrated capacity to organise work effectively and efficiently and deliver outputs in a timely manner.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Monday 3rd April 2023

Position Enquiries:  Ivan Poon E: [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD – HEO4 or 5 Research Assistant.docx

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• A Cover letter outlining how your experience and qualifications are relevant to the role; and
• An up to date resume.

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Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.