• 12 months fixed term (possibility of extension)
• Bundoora campus location
• Full time
• HEO7 - $100,116 - $110,189 per annum + 17% superannuation
About the position
A full-time position is available for a Mass Spectrometrist with expertise in metabolomics (small molecules) for an initial one-year term to support an increased demand for metabolomics services. The platform supports researchers across various disciplines, particularly in the life and molecular sciences.
Reporting to the Mass Spectrometry (Metabolomics) Specialist, the successful candidate will be based at the AgriBio Building on the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus—a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to multidisciplinary research and translatable outcomes.
The key function of this role is the provision of technical support to ensure an efficient and responsive metabolomics service for clients, including, sample extraction, derivatisation and separation techniques and small molecule mass spectrometry.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
• Thorough knowledge of mass spectrometry (associated with metabolites and peptides) and its application in chemistry, biological chemistry and/or the life sciences. A research degree that includes the use of mass spectrometry would be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated expertise in the routine operation and maintenance of mass spectrometers (particularly GC/MS, LC/MS) and associated sample preparation equipment along with experience of systematically resolving technical problems.
• Demonstrated experience in a range of sample mass spectrometry techniques, including GC/LC- MSn, multiple ionisation and derivatisation techniques, and the extraction of small molecules from biological samples.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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Benefits:
• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site childcare facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Monday the 14th of April 2025
Position Enquiries: Thy Truong t.truong@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker m.parker@latrobe.ed.au
Position Description below:
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each point under the "Essential Criteria – Skills and Knowledge Required for the Position" located in the position description.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
