Position Number: 0063961
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Infectious Diseases, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: UoM 5 – $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. plus 17% super
- Provide technical support to the Hepatitis B cure research program, assisting with cell culture experiments, murine studies, and analyses of hepatitis B virus replication markers.
- Contribute to cutting-edge research aimed at developing new therapies for hepatitis B virus infection, utilizing your cell culture and laboratory expertise within a renowned research team.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for preparing hepatitis B virus inoculum and testing its efficacy in cell culture models of HBV infection.
You will analyze markers of hepatitis B replication in cells, cell culture supernatants, and mice.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Prepare hepatitis B virus inoculum and test efficacy in HBV infection experiments using cell culture models.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records, analyze data, and contribute to research outputs.
- Attend weekly laboratory meetings and liaise with support staff.
- Prepare virus-like particles for in vitro and in vivo studies.
Who We Are Looking For
You will possess an undergraduate degree in Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, or a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
You demonstrate the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, adapt to new tasks, and contribute as a member of a multi-disciplinary research team.
You will also have:
- Excellent time management and work ethic for successful completion of detailed laboratory experiments.
- Proficient computer skills related to laboratory operations and record-keeping.
- Understanding and respect for PC2, DAFF, and OGTR regulations.
- Protective immunity to hepatitis B virus.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. 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.
Your New Team – Department of Infectious Diseases
The Department of Infectious Diseases at the Peter Doherty Institute conducts impactful research on global health challenges, including antimicrobial resistance, HIV, tuberculosis, and emerging infectious diseases. Join our collaborative team of diverse researchers, make a difference in patient outcomes, and contribute to shaping public health policies. Together, we strive for excellence, innovation, and integrity in advancing our understanding and combatting infectious diseases.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description - you will be asked to include your responses in the application form, there is no need to upload a separate document.)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Lachlan Bryce 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.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
