"Senior Research Assistant"

• Frazer Institute
• Full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months
• Base salary will range from $83,776 - $93,121 (HEW Level 5) + 17% Superannuation
• Based at our Dutton Park campus

About This Opportunity

Join our world-class research team as a Senior Research Assistant at the Frazer Institute to support the experimental dermatology research laboratory. We are specifically looking for a passionate researcher who loves working in a laboratory environment and excels in cell, molecular biology and animal work.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Conduct laboratory experiments as assigned by supervisors, including but not limited to cell culture, cell-based assays, animal work, histology, PCR, and possibly Western blotting, and flow cytometry, ensuring high standards of accuracy, reproducibility, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot, operate, and maintain scientific instruments and equipment to support ongoing research activities.
• Prepare and process clinical samples in multiOmics pipelines.
• Assist in the design, planning, and execution of research studies, and contribute to the maintenance of laboratory inventory, consumables, and records.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols, including the proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, biological materials, and samples.
• Support data collection, analysis, and management, and assist in the preparation of literature reviews, reports, presentations, and scientific publications.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team and perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor/Manager.

About You

• Completion of a degree level qualification in molecular biology, dermatology science or cancer, or related fields with relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training.
• A proactive Research Assistant (RA) – someone who loves the lab, excels in cell, molecular biology, and animal work, and takes pride in mastering techniques like Histology, Cloning, CRISPR-Cas9, etc.
• Experience using laboratory record-keeping and data storage.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and work independently on routine procedures.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Well-organised, methodical and self-motivated.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks including verification of the right to work in Australia (employer-sponsored work rights are not available for these appointments) and mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Kiarash Khosrotehrani at k.khosrotehrani@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Applications close Monday 16 March 2026, 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-61667).