Centre for Medical Research
- An opportunity to be part of the Western Australian Cancer Single Cell initiative which is using single cell, single nuclei and spatial transcriptomic profiling to characterize hundreds of tumour samples kindly donated by patients around Perth
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until the end of July 2025
- Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation
About the team
UWA’s Medical School brings together the brightest students, experienced clinicians and committed researchers to unlock the greatest health challenges of our day. Celebrating 60 years in 2017, the Medical School is an infinite source of teaching and learning for individuals who share our goal of delivering better health outcomes today and into the future.
This position is based within the Systems Biology and Genomics Laboratory, led by Professor Alistair Forrest, and is part of the UWA Centre for Medical Research.
The Forrest lab is comprised of molecular, cellular and computational biologists, forming a multi-disciplinary team environment undertaking a diverse range of genomics and cancer single cell research. We are leading the Western Australian Cancer Single Cell initiative which is using single cell, single nuclei and spatial transcriptomic profiling to characterize hundreds of tumour samples kindly donated by patients around Perth.
About the opportunity
- Provide a high level of technical support to researchers.
- Responsibility to perform experimental molecular and cellular biology work.
- Assist in the processing of tumour samples for spatial transcriptomic profiling.
About you
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate a relevant degree qualification (preferably a BSc Hons), or an equivalent degree in molecular biology, pathology, lab medicine, biomedical science, genetics, biochemistry, or related fields.
You will also have substantial experience in a tissue sectioning and staining, single cell or spatial transcriptomics, or next generation sequencing, along with competency in standard techniques used in at least one of the following: histopathology, molecular biology or cell biology.
Note: This position requires compliance with Human and Animal Ethics requirements.
About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: 
Position description - Graduate Research Officer (510369).pdf
You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 12 November 2024
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact the Talent Team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
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