Research Assistant
About this role
Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world leading scientists and clinicians, collaborating locally and globally, to advance our understanding of disease, particularly cancer, autoimmunity and genetic disorders. Garvan is a global leader in fundamental biomedical research and its translation. Our mission is to make discoveries that will improve health for all. The Swarbrick lab are global leaders in the application of cellular genomics to human cancer, to find new diagnostics and treatments for society’s most challenging cancers. We are a diverse multidisciplinary team of scientists and clinicians with a vision to change cancer medicine. More information can be found at www.swarbricklab.com Major projects include generation of an international, large-scale, multi-omic breast cancer atlas and understanding the cellular mediators of response to cancer immunotherapy in breast cancer and melanoma. The Laboratory is generating substantial single-cell sequencing (scRNA-Seq), spatial transcriptomics and other genomic and proteomic datasets from clinical samples and preclinical models. The RA will be actively working on the integration of these large multi-omic datasets and developing scalable, robust, cloud-based computational frameworks. THE OPPORTUNITY The Research Assistant provides essential technical and operational support to a research laboratory or group. The primary purpose of this role is to enable and facilitate high-quality medical research while optimising productivity through technical expertise and efficient resource management. Appointees typically hold a Bachelor’s Degree or a Master’s Degree and work with an increasing sense of direction and autonomy as they gain experience. Research Assistants are appointed on a salary scale depending on level of experience, performance and requirements of the role required within the lab/group. For further information, refer to Garvan’s Research Assistant & Senior Research Assistant Criteria. Salary: Up to $94,300 + 14% super + salary packaging (depending on experience) Employment Type: 2 year fixed-term contract with possibility to extend SNAPSHOT OF BENEFITS Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay (max. $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/accom) Ample opportunities for on-going training and development Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave Discounted Health Insurance Lifestyle discounts with our community partners