Research Fellow (Microbiology)
Job No.: 677352
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Are you an ambitious microbiologist eager to make a significant impact in infectious disease research? Monash University’s Lyras Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow (Microbiology) to contribute to cutting-edge research in molecular microbiology, bacteriology, and in vivo infection modeling.
In this role, you will:
- Conduct independent and team-based research, contributing to high-impact publications and conference presentations
- Provide expertise in molecular microbiology, bacteriology, and genetics, including bacterial cultivation, PCR, bacterial mutagenesis, and cloning
- Co-supervise students and contribute to the academic environment
- Support research funding applications and laboratory administration
- Work with advanced laboratory techniques and in vivo disease models (animal work experience desirable but not essential)
We’re looking for candidates with:
- A doctoral qualification (or significant progress toward one) in microbiology or a related field
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and manuscript preparation skills with a track record of refereed research publications
- Excellent organizational and project administration skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in relevant laboratory techniques and software
Why Join Us?
- Work alongside leading researchers in a dynamic and collaborative environment
- Be part of groundbreaking research with real-world impact
- Develop your research expertise and academic career
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and contribute to transformative microbiology research at Monash University!
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Professor Dena Lyras, email: thelyraslab@gmail.com
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Sunday 30 March 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
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