Research Assistant

Classification: ANU Officer 4 (Research)
Salary package: $73,650 - $79,682 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-time, Continuing (Contingent Funded), (part-time may be considered)
This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project is up to 36 months. 

Working at ANU
This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team
ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more, please click here.

ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

The Position
ANU Research School of Biology is seek a Research Assistant to work in a friendly, motivated team providing bioengineering solutions to solve global challenges.

This is a key role for a Research Assistant to support project investigators in developing and testing biotechnologies to convert waste into resources. Responsibilities include maintaining consumable stocks, conducting routine assays, coordinating equipment schedules, assisting with lab management, and scheduling meetings with project partners.

The Person
We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and clients. Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management are key. We are looking for someone with molecular biology expertise and experience supporting biological engineering research initiatives.

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Biology here.

For more information about the position please contact Professor Caitlin Byrt on T: +61 2 6125 2181, E: Caitlin.Byrt@anu.edu.au.  

To Apply
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a:

• 30 minute interview using behavioural interview questions

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.