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Research Assistant (Bacterial Pathogens)Position Number: 0057969Location: ParkvilleRole type: Part-time (0.8 FTE); Fixed-term for 6 monthsFaculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/School: School of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Microbiology and ImmunologySalary: Level A - $83,468 - $113,262 (pro-rata for part-time) p.a. plus 17% superYour next career opportunityAs a Research Assistant in Prof Lachlan Coin''s group at the Doherty Institute, you''ll contribute to cutting-edge research on bacterial drug resistance using genomic and transcriptomic approaches. You''ll gain invaluable experience in long-read RNA sequencing and pathogen detection, while working collaboratively in a values-driven environment that fosters innovation and excellence in biomedical research.Your responsibilities will include:Conduct Innovative Research: Contribute to projects on long-read sequencing and antibiotic resistance in bacterial pathogens, planning and executing experiments to meet project timelines.Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with supervisors and team members, assist in manuscript preparation, and participate actively in lab meetings and seminars.Maintain Research Standards: Keep accurate experimental records, adhere to good laboratory practices, and contribute to routine safety reviews.Support Team Development: Supervise junior staff, assist colleagues with experiments, and contribute to the department''s research output.You may be a great fit if:You are a dedicated researcher with a strong background in microbiology or molecular biology, possessing excellent organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.You may also:Hold a BSc (Honours) or Master''s degree in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Microbiology, or a related field.Have experience with aseptic technique, microbial culture, DNA/RNA extraction, and PCR.Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail in recording and analysing research data.Have experience working with nanopore sequence data (desirable).Have experience analysing genomic/transcriptomic sequence data (desirable).What we offer you!We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-beingProgressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balanceSalary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insuranceHealth and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance ProgramComprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!Be YourselfThe University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.Working at the University what you need to knowThis role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check. The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn''t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Join Us and unlock your career potential!Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experiencePlease note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.Advertised: 02 Apr 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr