"Research Assistant - Nepean Biobank"

Research assistant – Nepean Biobank

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locations

Kingswood

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id

0132133

Part time (0.8FTE) 12-month fixed-term opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic research assistant based at Nepean Hospital

Working onsite within the Nepean Biobank across both the Nepean Public and Nepean Private Hospitals

Base salary $86,511 pro rata + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

Since our inception 175 years ago, the University of Sydney has been committed to improving the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. As Australia’s first university, we have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. As a major international university with more than 7000 full-time equivalent employees, we can offer you an exciting work environment and the opportunities and rewards to fulfil your potential.

We are seeking a research assistant, who will support groundbreaking medical research under the guidance of the research manager. You'll play a vital role in patient phlebotomy, biospecimen collection, data entry and lab operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

In this role, you will be involved in:

Collecting, processing and storing biospecimens and recruiting participants at Nepean Public and Private Hospitals and at the Nepean Cancer Care Centre

Gathering and entering clinical data and health-related information into databases

Performing laboratory and administrative duties that support research activities

Assisting with biobanking cohorts across the fields of lung, prostate and other cancer types and other non-cancer-related diseases

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance in recruiting talent aligned to these values in the pursuit of research excellence. We are looking for a research assistant – Nepean Biobank who possesses:

Tertiary qualification or equivalent in biological or medical science with relevant experience in handling and processing biological samples in a laboratory

Experience or willingness to learn phlebotomy

Keen attention to detail when collecting and transcribing clinical information, and experience and awareness of issues related to privacy laws when dealing with confidential patient information

Understanding of good clinical practice and biobanking techniques, including phlebotomy, and clinical data collection

Familiarity with good research data management practices

Proficiency in research software such as File Maker Pro, REDCap and Excel

Excellent communication skills with proven ability to communicate fluently with patients and medical/health care teams

Strong teamwork skills and the ability to schedule and prioritise workload during busy periods

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.

Pre-employment checks

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.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements – Category A.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion, and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer.

Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter addressing the “About you” points, 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 Danielle Selinger, recruitment consultant, via email to danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au.

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Applications close

Monday 23 June 2025 11:59 PM