Research Assistant Australian Centre for Blood Diseases
Leading international university
Innovative and creative environment
The Alfred Hospital
The Opportunity
The Fibrinolysis and Gene Regulation laboratory located at the Australian Centre for Blood Diseases (www.acbd.org) at AMREP (Alfred Medical Research and Education Precinct) focuses on the molecular and cellular biology of the plasminogen activating enzyme system using both in vitro and in vivo model systems and has received funding from NHMRC, NHF and local government.
We are seeking a Research Assistant to work within a team of about 10 scientists to undertake routine tasks, including genotyping cryostat sectioning and section processing for immunohistochemistry and real time PCR. This position also entails laboratory management skills including ongoing maintenance of the laboratory, scheduling of rosters, ordering ????? ?????, and maintaining and monitoring ????? ????? of laboratory expenses. The position reports to the Head of the Fibrinolysis and Gene Regulation laboratory. The senior research assistant will be expected to have a B.Sc (Hons) degree in Biochemistry, or neuroscience or a related discipline and has had at least 5 years of laboratory experience.
Benefits for working at ‘Monash @ The Alfred':
Located within one of Australia's leading medical research precinct, AMREP (Alfred Medical Research and Education Precinct). This precinct brings together several leading medical research institutes and University departments within one of Australia's most prestigious and advanced hospitals.
Monash at The Alfred is located close to central Melbourne, adjacent to St Kilda Road. It is also close to other well known Melbourne landmarks including the entertainment and shopping precincts of Chapel Street, Greville Street, Toorak and St Kilda.
Working within the Central Clinical School that encourages multidisciplinary research across previously separate fields that attracts elite students, researchers and teachers to its modern research laboratories and facilities.
Access to the Ian Potter Biomedical Research Library.
All applications should address the selection criteria. Please refer to "How to Apply for Monash jobs' below.
The University
Monash University has a bold vision - to deliver significant improvements to the human condition. Distinguished by its international perspective, Monash takes pride in its commitment to innovative research and high quality teaching and learning.
The Benefits
Remuneration package: $54,363 - $73,779 pa Level A (includes employer superannuation of 9%)
This role is a full-time position, however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.
Monash offers a range of professional development programs, support for research, study and overseas work, generous maternity leave and flexible work arrangements.
Duration
Twelve-month appointment
Location
The Alfred Hospital
Enquiries Only
Associate Professor Robert Medcalf on (??) ???? ???? or email ???@???.???
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Applications Close
Monday, 23 November 2009
