Job Title
Research Assistant
An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Assistant to join the Immunity Division (Naik Laboratory) at Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute.
About the Position
The role of the Research Assistant is to provide technical and operational support for the research in a laboratory or group, with a focus on optimising research productivity. Research Assistants enable and facilitate research, contributing skills and expertise to projects within the group and with external collaborators, under the general direction of the Laboratory Head or Postdoctoral Scientist. The Research Assistant is responsible for performing experiments and/or analyses and/or developing methods and theories and accurately recording all results to contribute to research as directed.
Selection Criteria
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
BSc with Honours or Masters in an appropriate area of study, or relevant experience
Demonstrated laboratory research experience – Multiparameter Flow cytometry, cell culture and experience in molecular biology techniques.
Basic computer skills and ability to accurately record data, results and the development of new methods and theories
Project management, excellent oral and written communication and reporting skills
Personal Qualities:
Ability to manage time effectively and be reliable and approachable
Ability to be proactive in managing lab stock and reagents
Good communication skills and the ability to work constructively within a team environment
Excellent attention to detail, ensuring that data, methods and theories are accurate, of high-quality and accessible to other researchers
Willing to take direction and have progress reviewed where required
Terms of Appointment
This position is available for 2 years in a full time capacity Salary is Research Support Employee Level 5 ($84,479 - $97,036) Very attractive salary packaging options are available for general living expenses, meal entertainment, novated leasing and more. 12% superannuation payable, plus up to a further 5% after the first 6 months of service via our matching superannuation scheme.
General enquiries can be directed to Professor Shalin Naik - naik.s@wehi.edu.au
A position description is available here
How to Apply
Please apply by uploading your CV, cover letter and a document addressing the key selection criteria in pdf format.
Application Closing Date: 12 July 2026
