Research Assistant
Job No.: 678430
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
The Goode and Kwan Laboratories at the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute are seeking a motivated and talented full-time Research Assistant to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research.
In this exciting role, you will join a team at the forefront of translational cancer research developing and applying innovative bioinformatics methods for multi-omics data analysis. Your work will focus on genomic, epigenomic, transcriptomic, and spatial proteomic (e.g. multiplex immunohistochemistry) data derived from tissue and liquid biopsy samples across laboratory and clinical studies.
This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with dynamic, multi-disciplinary teams and make a meaningful impact across a wide range of cancer bioinformatics projects. Your work will contribute to the search for better treatments for cancer patients. Expand your research expertise while driving progress in a world-class biomedical research environment.
If you are committed to scientific excellence and eager to contribute to groundbreaking biomedical research, and have experience in biochemistry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
The Departments
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - Discover how we're translating breakthroughs in the lab into clinical applications that transform lives.
Our internationally-renowned researchers are each members of one or more of the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute's Discovery Programs: Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Development and Stem Cells, Infection and Immunity, Metabolism, Diabetes and Obesity, and Neuroscience.
Our research is highly relevant to major human diseases and pathological processes, including infection, inflammation, diabetes and obesity, developmental and degenerative disorders, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. With a growing footprint in ‘omics, bioinformatics and AI, the department is forging new directions in multidisciplinary research.
To learn more about the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department please visit their website.
The Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute (BDI) is changing the rules in the fight against disease, embracing new perspectives for new solutions.
We are one of the largest and highest-quality biomedical research institutes in Australia. With more than 120 internationally-renowned research teams, we work with national and international collaborators on global health priorities.
To learn more about BDI please visit their website.
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.
Learn more about Monash.
Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities - #ChangeIt with us.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
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: Dr David Goode, Laboratory Head, +61 3 9905 0622; Dr Edmond Kwan, Laboratory Head, +61 3 9905 1033.
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 11:55pm AEST
Supporting a diverse workforce
