Research Assistant – Cellular and Molecular Metabolism

Job No: GC201887
Location: Darlinghurst, NSW

The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes, with over 600 scientists, students and support staff. Garvan's mission is to make significant contributions to medical research that will change the directions of science and medicine and have major impacts on human health. Garvan strives to enhance and develop research programs that combine fundamental science with strong clinical interactions.  Research at Garvan is focused upon understanding the role of genes and molecular and cellular processes in health and disease as the basis for developing future preventions, treatments and cures.

The Diabetes and Metabolism Division contributes to the worldwide effort to understand the causal relationships between genetics, the environment and the development of diabetes. In particular, the Cellular and Molecular Metabolism Laboratory’s research is focused on identifying genes, proteins and pathways that are important in metabolic and inflammatory diseases, and then to develop pharmaceutical therapies that either activate or block the pathway of interest.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and talented Research Assistant to join our team full-time for 1 year starting in September 2018. Reporting to Professor Mark Febbraio, the Division Head and Laboratory Head, your key responsibilities will include: 

  • Perform molecular and cell biological techniques

  • Perform immunoblotting techniques

  • Participate in in vivo and in vitro metabolic assays

  • Maintain up-to-date and clear records of samples

  • Participate in group discussions and laboratory meetings

  • Share responsibility for laboratory maintenance

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following skills and experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with honours or relevant work experience in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, or related discipline.

  • Experience with, and the willingness to undertake in vivo research including administering injections and tissue harvesting.

  • Experience with protein and biochemical techniques, such as Western blotting and ELISA.

  • Experience with molecular biology techniques, such as RNA and DNA extraction, PCR and RT-PCR.

  • Previous experience working with rodents is mandatory.

  • Excellent time management and organisation skills with the ability to work independently.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • Competent computer skills including statistical analysis of results.

  • Other desirable skills include experience with cancer biology, in vitro cell culture of mammalian cell lines, small animal surgery, and histology and immunohistochemistry.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via the Garvan Careers site via the link below. Applications from other sites/channels will unfortunately not be considered.

http://garvan.applynow.net.au/jobs/GC201887  

Your application should include: 

  • A cover letter

  • Your resume including referees

  • Copies of relevant qualifications / academic transcripts

Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.

Closing Date

The position will remain open until 6 August 2018. As we will be reviewing applications as they are received, we encourage you to submit yours as soon as possible.

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