"Research Assistant"

Role type:

• Collaborate on innovative gut-brain axis research and contribute to device development for human use
• Contribute to the first year of an ambitious project, that if successful can continue to the end of 2027
• Apply now to be part of a ground-breaking study on gut-brain connections and anxiety modulation.
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne

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Your next career opportunity:

As a Research Assistant in the Department of Anatomy and Physiology, you will play a vital role investigating how pathways from the gut modify anxiety states. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to physiology studies and device development. This position offers you the chance to enhance your research skills, participate in animal studies, and contribute to the preparation of research publications.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting Stress Hormone Analysis: Take primary responsibility for collecting and measuring stress hormones and related biomarkers.
• Assisting in Animal Research: Participate in animal surgeries and monitoring, including behavioural testing.
• Contributing to Data Analysis: Utilise specialised programs for qualitative/quantitative data assessment, such as GraphPad Prism and Microsoft Excel.
• Supporting Research Publications: Co-produce conference and seminar papers, and present research findings at conferences and seminars.

You may be a great fit if:

You will be an experienced researcher with a background in animal-based experiments, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

You may also:

• Have a BSc (hons) degree or equivalent in a relevant area.
• Demonstrate experience in working with small laboratory animals and conducting animal-based research experiments.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective research collaboration.
• Exhibit strong organisational and time management skills.
• Have practical knowledge in assays of bioactive molecules and experience in small animal surgery.

For further information, please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Department of Anatomy and Physiology

The Department of Anatomy and Physiology is a world-leading research hub within the School of Biomedical Sciences, home to 35 cutting-edge laboratories exploring Metabolic and Cardiovascular Sciences, Muscle Biology, Neuroscience, and Stem Cell and Developmental Biology. You'll join a dynamic team of forward-thinking researchers with access to state-of-the-art facilities, diverse funding streams, and exceptional training opportunities that position us at the forefront of disease-focused research. Learn more about the department: https://biomedicalsciences.unimelb.edu.au/departments/anatomy-and-physiology

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