Full time, 2 years fixed term with potential extension. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES)Exciting opportunity to work as a research assistant for cancer immunotherapy and gut microbiota projectsBase Salary $86,511 - $96,863 (HEO5) + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityThe School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES) is currently seeking a Research Assistant who will contribute to the development of research protocols and drive the execution of research activities.Our research group is focused on the role of the gut microbial community in intestinal disorders and cancer, and how diet and the microbiota can be leveraged to improve health outcomes. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work as part of a collaborative team using pre-clinical models of cancer to further investigate the impact of diet and the microbiota on cancer immunotherapy.Your key responsibilities will be to:Contribute to research activities relevant to the human gut microbiome, gut health, and cancer.Undertake experimental tasks, including murine studies, analysis of human biospecimens, and related techniques such as cell culture, molecular biology, and immunological methods.Provide research support such as sample collection, animal monitoring, reagent inventories, and ordering, and assist with ethics reporting and administration.Maintain high standards, research quality, and thorough records of research.Work as part of a team to prioritise tasks and meet research milestones.About youThe University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Research Assistant who has:A bachelor degree with honours, in science, biomedical science or a related field; or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training, and laboratory research experience.Experience working with murine models related to cancer, immunology, or similar in a research setting.Experience working in a PC2 biomedical research laboratory, undertaking tasks such as cell culture, molecular biology, and flow cytometry.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, as well as independently.The ability to accurately record, analyse, and present experimental data.Experience with laboratory/research administration tasks.Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.EEO statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability, and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au.The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Applications Close: Wednesday 12 March 2025 11:59 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Research Assistant (Life and Environmental Sciences)