Research Assistant

• Part time (0.2FTE), Fixed term until 28 September 2026 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 $89,755 (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.
• demonstrated expertise in processing Circulating Tumour Cells (CTCs) and Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells (PBMC) using specialised laboratory techniques.
• experience or willingness to learn phlebotomy.
• keen attention to detail when collecting and transcribing clinical information, with awareness of privacy laws and handling of confidential patient data.
• understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and biobanking techniques, including clinical data collection.
• familiarity with good research data management practices.
• proficiency in research software such as REDCap, FileMaker Pro, 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.
• proven ability to work effectively in hospital-based research environments, supporting clinical and operational workflows.
• strong track record of delivering high-quality scientific outcomes with minimal supervision, while adapting to flexible rostering needs.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations 

 Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. 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.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, 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 Lena Germinarios, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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