Research Assistant - Oxidant and Inflammation Biology Group

• Full-time, fixed-term contract opportunity till 18th December 2020 based at RMIT Bundoora campus
• Opportunities to further develop your experiences in biomedical sciences field in conducting and analysing experiments utilising animal models, molecular techniques, and cell culture techniques
• Be part of research collaborations activities providing project coordination support on projects or programs related to the Oxidant and Inflammation Biology Group activities
• Report directly to Associate Professor Stavros Selemidis, Program Leader, CIID Research Program
• Remuneration at Academic Level A ($68,983 - $93,569) + 17% superannuation

About Us

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally. RMIT offers postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online programs to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways.

Our purpose is to offer life-changing experiences for our students, and to help shape the world with research, innovation, teaching and industry engagement. With strong industry connections forged over 130 years, collaboration with industry remains integral to RMIT�s leadership in education, applied and innovative research, and to the development of highly skilled, globally focused graduates.

Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination. Agility. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work.

About the College

The College comprises three Schools delivering a broad range of programs in science, engineering, health and technology at higher education certificate, bachelor, masters and PhD levels.  There is a vibrant research community attracting funding from a range of government and industry sources. The College has an annual income of approximately $500 million (with over $50 million in external research income p/a) and employs around 1,400 staff providing on and offshore programs to approximately 30,000 students (including 1,200 PhD students).

The School of Health and Biomedical Sciences comprises three Academic Clusters (Allied Health, Applied Health, and Biomedical Sciences).  Primarily based at the RMIT Bundoora campus, we undertake teaching and research across ten disciplines: Chinese Medicine, Chiropractic, Exercise Science, Human Biosciences, Laboratory Medicine, Medical Radiations, Nursing, Osteopathy, Pharmacy and Psychology. 

More details on the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences in this link.

Chronic Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases Research Program

Established in 2017, following significant investment into strategic research capacity, the School�s research program in Chronic Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases has developed into a strong and internationally competitive Program focused on chronic disease research. The Program consists of multiple independent but interlinked research groups and has a focus on respiratory research including studies on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, respiratory infections and lung regeneration that is presently supported by multiple NHMRC Project Grants, and on persistent viral infections such as studies investigating HIV pathogenesis, neuropathogenesis and HIV co-morbidities that is also presently supported by NHMRC Project Grants as well as NIH funding. 

About You and the Role

In this role, you will be accountable on assisting and supporting multiple project coordination which includes documenting and editing project plans, meetings, deliverables, progress reports, schedules, cost tracking and other pertinent reports on a daily basis .Coming into this role, you will also conduct various research activities ensuring all data, figures and information are collected and updated effectively and efficiently as well as  other administrative task such as ensuring daily laboratory supply is adequate and the incoming & outgoing sample shipments related to the projects is well coordinated and on-time. In addition, you will provide support and participate in identification, development, and improvement of best practices for managing and implementing projects or project management processes within this research team.

You will have:

• Knowledge and prior research laboratory experience in performing and analysing experiments using animal models, molecular techniques, and cell culture techniques with the passion of acquiring new skills and techniques in this position
• Strong communications skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of staff and researchers 
• Possess an excellent record keeping skills and high levels of attention to details in maintaining updated information, reports, recordings and all other associated documentation
• Highly developed organisational and time -management skills as well as sound analytical and problem-solving skills to meet the demand of workloads and deadlines
• Computer savvy and competency in using common computer software and navigating through technologies relevant to data entry and processing
• Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as member of a team

Qualifications

Mandatory: Degree qualified with (Hons) in Biomedical Science, Science or Biological Sciences, or any related discipline within the Biomedical Sciences field.

Preferred: Completion of the Essentials in Tertiary Teaching Practice program or equivalent (if the appointed candidate does not meet this requirement at time of appointment, they will be supported to complete this as a requirement to fulfil their probation).

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children check. 

Bring your whole self to work:

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We�re proud to share with you some of our wins:

• RMIT University is an Athena SWAN member with Bronze Award accreditation and the College of Science, Engineering and Health is central to driving improvements in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) disciplines.
• We are ranked #1 in the world for our efforts to reduce inequality in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2020.
• RMIT University is placed 10th in overall Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2020, rocketing up from 82nd place in 2019.
• We placed 11th in the 2019 Talent Board APAC Candidate Experience Awards.
• RMIT was placed 10th in the 2019 Randstad Employer Brand Research Awards, up five spots from 2018.
• We were named as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency in 2019.
• We achieved Gold Employer status for LGBTIQ inclusion in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) in 2018 and now in 2019.
• We were recognised as a top five employer in 2018 for workplace accessibility with the Australian Network on Disability.
• The launch of our second Reconciliation Plan, Dhumbah Goorowa� a �commitment to share� - an important step in our reconciliation journey. 

To Apply

Please submit your updated resume and cover letter outlining your experience & achievements by clicking on the �Apply now� link. Please note that a separate response to Key Selection Criteria as stated on the Position Description is required. For further information about this position, please see Position Description below. For any enquiries, please contact Professor Stavros Selemidis (Stavros.selemidis@rmit.edu.au)

 PD - 590219 - Research Assistant - Oxidant & Inflammation Biology Group.pdf

Please note, applications will be prioritised from those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions.

Please see the latest updates to Australia�s immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/

Applications close on Thursday 13th August 2020.

We are also happy to make adjustments to the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us via your preferred type of communication: email TalentSupport@rmit.edu.au or call Kassie on +61399252442 with your request(s).

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to be a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

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Trans and Gender Diverse applicants

Inclusion is at the durrung (or heart) of who we are. We aim to create an environment where staff and students who identify as trans and gender diverse feel supported to succeed and belong.

We recognise the challenges faced by the trans and gender diverse community when applying for a new role.

At RMIT, we aim to support you from the start. Our Talent Acquisition team are active members of the RMIT Ally network.

For enquires or support through the application, recruitment and onboarding process, applicants who identify as trans or gender diverse are invited to contact Mat Lewis at mat.lewis@rmit.edu.au