Research Assistant – Research Officer

Research Assistant/Research Officers are appointed on a salary scale depending on level of experience performance and requirements of the role required within the lab/group. For further information refer to Garvans Research Assistant Senior Research Assistant and Research Officer Criteria.

Salary:Up to $117400 14% superannuation salary packaging (depending on experience)

Employment Type:2-year fixed-termfull-time

SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS

• Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15900 general expenses $2650 meals/accom)

• Ample opportunitiesfor on-going training and development

• Stimulating diverse and highly international research environment

• Flexible work arrangementse.g. start / finish times

• 18 weeks paid parental leavefor both parents including paid superannuation

• A range ofadditionalleave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave conference leave communityserviceand study leave

• Discounted Health Insurance

• Lifestyle discounts with our community partners

WHAT YOU WILL DO

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The key responsibilities include:

1. Scientific Excellence

• Development of novel computational methods and analytical tools

• Analysis of large-scale sequencing and genomics datasets

• Biological interpretation of results

• Preparation of manuscripts for publication

• Presentation of findings at national and international conferences andmeetings

• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the laboratory

2. Institute Contributions

• Values & Integrity:Demonstratescientific and professional integrity at alltimes acting as a role model for ethical behaviour.

• Active Participation: Contribute to the wider institute community byparticipating in committees outreach projects or donor activities.

3. Health & Safety and Risk Management

• Comply withGarvans workplace polices (as amended from time to time) andespecially Garvans Work Health & Safety (WHS) Policy including working inaccordancewiththeWHSmanagementsystematalltimesassafetyisGarvans number one priority.

• Proactively identify assess and report operational financial and safety risks associated with the duties of this role. The incumbent is required to adhere to the organisations Risk Management Framework ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by suggesting mitigation strategies for identified hazards or inefficiencies.

ABOUT YOU

KNOWLEDGESKILLSAND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

The key skills and experience include:

• Education: ABachelors Degree in Science or Medicineis; a Masters

• Degree is preferable for advanced candidates.

• Research Officer roles require a PhD or MD (Doctor of Medicine) in a relevant subject area

• Experience: Required experience varies depending on appointment level with RA1 requiring minimal experience and more advanced appointments requiringpreviousexperience.

• Technical Skills: High-level skills in coding datainterpretationand statistical analysis.

• Competencies: Strong computer literacy (Excel Word PowerPoint) and the ability to produce publishable-standard visual data representations.
  

ABOUT GARVAN

Garvan Institute of Medical Researchis an independent Medical Research Institute (MRI)in Sydney delivering scientific and clinical impact on a global basis and in partnership with organisations that share our vision. We are proud to be one of Australias largest and most highly regardedMRIs.

Our vision is global leadership in discoveries toimpactand our enduring purpose is toimpacthuman health by harnessing information encoded in our genome.

Weseekto see our world-class discovery research achieve life-changing impacts not only for individual patients with rare diseases but for the many thousands affected by complex common disease.

Garvan promotes a diverse workplace and is committed to the principles of equity diversity inclusion and belonging. We are always looking for culture addnot culture fit and are building diverse teams with great sets of complementary styles and skills to help deliver our important work effectively.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position pleasesubmityour application with a CV and cover letter as one documentstatingwhy you are interested in this role. We are reviewing applications as they are received. If you thinkyourethe right person for this rolewedlove to hear how your capabilities achievements and experience set you apart. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.