Laboratory Technician

You are applying for the position of Laboratory Technician for Hudson Institute of Medical Research . Please fill in your details below to submit an application for this position. Lab Technician - RNAte An exciting opportunity is currently available for a Lab Technician to join the RNAte Technology Platform at Hudson Institute of Medical Research: We are looking for a candidate with experience in GLP assay and equipment qualification, technology transfer, automation and lab management. This position will support bioanalytical assay and process development within the RNAte Platform. Your responsibilities include: performing routine analytical assays and process development activities (techniques include but not limited to cell culture, ELISA, flow cytometry beads assays, qPCR, etc.) conducting equipment and process qualification / validation manage facility and reagents inventory (including ordering and restocking supplies) maintaining collaborations with key stakeholders to support technology transfer of analytical assays and support scale up activities with automation maintain daily laboratory operations and quality systems in accordance with GLP/ ISO 9001/ ISO 17025 best practices (e.g. environmental monitoring/ calibration/ maintenance/ validation and cleaning activities) SELECTION CRITERIA The role will suit someone who has: Knowledge of immunology, molecular biology, cell culture and aseptic media preparation, automation/liquid handling and cryopreservation of cellular samples. Understanding of operational/ quality requirements for validation of assays and equipment and technical transfer of assays High level of attention to detail and the ability to complete tasks in a precise and consistent manner. Qualifications desired: Degree in Science (Life Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent) with relevant work experience Minimum 6 months of technical expertise in cell culture and aseptic techniques required. Routine experience in operation of general lab instrumentation, cell-based assays and RNA processes: ELISA, flow cytometry, and qPCR preferred. EMPLOYMENT TERMS This position is a full time fixed term contract role. Salary is based on Scientific Support Group ranging from Tap 4-5 dependent on level of experience. Superannuation of 12% and very attractive salary packaging options are available. General enquiries can be directed to Esther Ling, RNAte Platform Manager – ***********@hudson.org.au. Please do not share your application to this email address. HOW TO APPLY? A position description is available on our careers page If you feel this role is right fit for you, please apply with your resume, cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses against the Selection Criteria. Applications will be reviewed as they come through. Only successful applications will be contacted. Applications will close on 8 February. ABOUT US We are a global bioscience medical research leader, Hudson Institute advances healthcare through ground-breaking, collaborative medical research discoveries and their translation into real-world impact. Our research programs deliver in five areas of medical need: Inflammation, Cancer, Reproductive health, Newborn health and Hormones and health. Hudson is a community of researchers, students and professional service staff who work towards achieving discoveries that improve human health. We are driven by our values such as Excellence, Innovation, Partnerships, and Community. We are committed to making a positive difference to the lives of people in Australia and around the world. We offer: • A proud Certified Family Friendly Workplace • Flexible working Arrangements • Paid parental leave • Onsite Gym with personal trainers • Generous salary packaging with significant tax benefits • Opportunities for Career and Professional Development • Free Employee Assistance program OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION Hudson is committed to empowering our people and harnessing their diversity to build inclusive and equitable work environment. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people and people with diverse genders and sexualities. We are committed to creating a culturally safe workplace and offering career development and leadership opportunities to First Nations staff and students. We strongly encourage any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Should you require support during the recruitment process due to special needs or consideration, please contact:**@hudson.org.au Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr