Human Sciences

• Play a crucial role in supporting high-quality, scalable mRNA manufacturing and innovation in the growing WA biotechnology sector.
• Part-time (0.2 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2025.
• Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Scheme, the WA state government and UWA have fully funded a dedicated RNA manufacturing facility called the RNA Innovation Foundry. The RNA Innovation Foundry enables the manufacturing of quality mRNA suitable for pre-clinical research that negates the need for individual laboratories to establish and maintain their own production. The facility will provide scale-up manufacturing capacity for RNA products to WA customers and support therapeutic research translation.

About the opportunity

• Provide technical design and support to the RNA manufacturing workflow of the RNA Innovation Foundry (RIF).
• Coordinate and conduct experimental design and execution of molecular biology aspects of the mRNA production workflow, including technical troubleshooting.
• Compile results of experiments into reports and procedures.
• Compile reports comprising the results of experiments and explanations as to how the results were obtained

About you

• Relevant Tertiary Qualifications in a field of molecular biology with knowledge of RNA biology.
• Honours degree in cell biology, genetics or biochemistry is desirable.
• Substantial relevant experience in modern molecular cell biology methods and laboratory skills including cell culture, transfection, RNA extraction, RT-qPCR and microscopy
• Highly developed organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines.

Position description:  P23 224 POSITION DESCRIPTION [Research Officer] - Position Number [321444] - Level [5] (1).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr Olga Shimoni at olga.shimoni@uwa.edu.au

How to Apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 9 April 2025

This position is only open to Current UWA staff

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