Research Assistant- Viral Immunology Systems Program (VISP)
- University of New South Wales
- Australia, NSW
- Jun 18, 2026
Job Description:
- Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: 1 Year Fixed Term
- Remuneration: $88k - $100k base (+17% superannuation, leave loading)
- Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: Kensington campus, NSW
The Opportunity
This position will provide administrative, technical, and research assistance to the Viral Immunology Systems Program (VISP) jointly based at the School of Biomedical Sciences and the Kirby Institute and will be responsible for designing and conducting research experiments, writing weekly/monthly report, and performing general programmatic administrative/coordination activities for the research team.
Key skills and experience required:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in BSc or equivalent degree with experience in laboratory-based molecular or cellular biology research.
- Experience in supporting ethics applications and institutional biosafety reporting.
- Experience in maintaining biobanks and working in PC2 facilities.
- Prior experience supporting a research project.
- Demonstrated experience with general administration and coordination.
- Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
- Demonstrated computing skills including word processing (MS word), spreadsheets (MS Excel), and statistical analysis packages
- Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
Full details can be found in the position description.
UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate cover letter addressing the key skills and experience for the role.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:
- Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation
- National and International Criminal history checks
- Entitlement to work and ID checks
- Working With Children Checks
- Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
- Verification of relevant qualifications
- Verification of relevant professional membership
- Employment history and reference checks
- Financial responsibility assessments/checks
- Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
Enquiries:
Aarti – Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications close: Sunday 5th July before 11.30pm Sydney time.
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.
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Job Description:
- Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: 1 Year Fixed Term
- Remuneration: $88k - $100k base (+17% superannuation, leave loading)
- Work rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
- Location: Kensington campus, NSW
The Opportunity
This position will provide administrative, technical, and research assistance to the Viral Immunology Systems Program (VISP) jointly based at the School of Biomedical Sciences and the Kirby Institute and will be responsible for designing and conducting research experiments, writing weekly/monthly report, and performing general programmatic administrative/coordination activities for the research team.
Key skills and experience required:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in BSc or equivalent degree with experience in laboratory-based molecular or cellular biology research.
- Experience in supporting ethics applications and institutional biosafety reporting.
- Experience in maintaining biobanks and working in PC2 facilities.
- Prior experience supporting a research project.
- Demonstrated experience with general administration and coordination.
- Advanced time management, organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to meet deadlines.
- Well-developed interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience providing effective customer service and support to clients at all levels.
- Demonstrated computing skills including word processing (MS word), spreadsheets (MS Excel), and statistical analysis packages
- Ability to make sound judgements and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and contributing to projects and initiatives.
Full details can be found in the position description.
UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Additional 3 days leave during Christmas holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a separate cover letter addressing the key skills and experience for the role.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:
- Confirmation of Aboriginality documentation
- National and International Criminal history checks
- Entitlement to work and ID checks
- Working With Children Checks
- Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
- Verification of relevant qualifications
- Verification of relevant professional membership
- Employment history and reference checks
- Financial responsibility assessments/checks
- Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
Enquiries:
Aarti – Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications close: Sunday 5th July before 11.30pm Sydney time.
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.
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