Research Assistant

Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY Research Field Literature Medical sciences Chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Australia Application Deadline 7 Dec 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description Full time, fixed term for 12 months Exciting opportunity to be a Research Assistant with the School of Medical Sciences Base Salary from $89,755 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas. As a Research Assistant in the Drummond Laboratory, you will contribute to the development of research protocols and driving the execution of research activities focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms involved in Alzheimer's disease. You will perform laboratory experiments, manage data analysis and collaborate with a broader team of researchers to achieve research milestones. Your key responsibilities will be to: maintain cell lines and independently conduct cell culture experiments conduct microscopy and image analysis using programs such as Fiji and QuPath conduct protein analysis experiments such as Western blot, co-immunoprecipitation, ELISA and immunohistochemistry conduct data analysis, prepare reporting and presentations and carry out literature searches laboratory assistance including managing inventories and preparing stock solutions undertake other duties appropriate within the classification level as required. About you ability to independently perform cell culture studies and to maintain cell lines (Essential) expertise in microscopy and image analysis (Essential) prior experience in the additional following techniques: Western blot, co-immunoprecipitation, immunohistochemistry, automated image analysis experience in working in a research-intensive environment experience in developing and working on research projects, including expertise in using research protocols, experimental design, and data analysis you will show initiative and have an ability to work self-directed when required you will be enthusiastic about your work and have a passion to learn about disease mechanisms involved in Alzheimer's disease you will be an excellent communicator both oral and written tertiary qualifications in a relevant field ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr