Research Officer
Job No.: 674205
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $80,603 - $92,585 pa HEW Level 05 (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 passionate about cutting-edge research in mitochondrial biology, metabolism, and disease? We are seeking a dedicated Research Officer to provide high-quality research support to our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to ground-breaking scientific discoveries while developing your skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.
About the Role:
As a Research Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting our diverse research programs. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting laboratory-based experiments, data collection, and analysis
- Planning, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with research protocols
- Assisting in documentation, literature reviews, and report preparation
- Maintaining a safe and compliant research environment
- Collaborating effectively with colleagues, research partners, and graduate students
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform and support laboratory experiments and data analysis
- Stay updated with the latest research developments and techniques
- Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and literature reviews
- Ensure compliance with research protocols and safety standards
- Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to support research goals
About You: We are looking for a motivated individual with:
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (Honours preferred)
- Expertise in cell culture, molecular biology, and/or protein chemistry
- Strong analytical and technical skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- The capacity to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High-level computer literacy and adaptability to new software
If you are excited to advance your research career in a thriving and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply today!
Apply Now and Be Part of Our Research Excellence!
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.
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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 Luke Formosa, Senior Research Fellow, Luke.Formosa@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Officer
Applications Close: Wednesday 12th February, 11:55pm AEDT
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