Research Assistant (Paediatrics & Child Health, Gastroenterology)

Research Assistant (Paediatrics & Child Health, Gastroenterology)

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: 1-Year Fixed Term
• Remuneration: $82,818 base (+ 17% Super, leave loading)
• Work rights required: Full time Australian work rights for the duration of the contract.
• Location: Randwick, Sydney

The Organisation

UNSW Paediatrics & Child Health leads the delivery of educational and research activities aimed at the maintenance of child and adolescent health from the neonatal period until 18 years of age. Whilst primarily based at the Randwick Health and Innovation Precinct, our research and education networks span the nation and internationally.

Why this role matters

This position will work closely within a multidisciplinary team of clinical and research staff at UNSW and Sydney Children’s Hospital. The Research Assistant will assist and contribute to existing and new projects within the Gastroenterology Research Group.

The work will span across a range of laboratory and administration duties and will interface with clinicians and patients. Some laboratory-based tasks will involve handling biological samples, managing biobanking, performing techniques like PCR, ELISA, RNA/DNA extractions, and processing for metagenomics, metabolomics, and proteomics analyses.

Some skills required:

• A degree or other tertiary qualification in Science, Health Science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated an understanding of research methodology with previous experience in laboratory techniques including, but not limited to handling and organising biological samples, biobanking, ELISA, western blot, cell culture, PCR and RNA/DNA extraction. Experience in cell culture and aseptic techniques is preferable.
• Previous clinical trials research experience within the area of gastroenterology and related diseases is desirable.
• Commitment to learn new skills and techniques.
• Proven organisational skills, ability to establish priorities, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and levels of seniority as well as children, young people and families.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyse and solve problems to provide accurate and appropriate outcomes.
• Proven experience with word processing, data management and statistical software including Word, endnote, Excel, Access, GraphPad and SPSS.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

UNSW Benefits and Culture:

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​
• Flexible working ​
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​
• Progressive HR practices​

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. If you can provide a resume and a separate document addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

This position will require background checks prior to employment including a police check.

Contact

Merita O'Connell – Talent Acquisition

E: [email protected]

Applications close: Sunday 5^th May 2024 before 11.30pm

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.