Research Assistant (Hospital Scientist) - ANZAC Research Institute

Location
Concord NSW
 
Benefits
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Parental leave
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Full job description
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (24 hours per week) up to July 2026
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $37.03 - $51.23 per hour + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: ANZAC Research Institute
Requisition ID: REQ592848


About the Role

The ANZAC Research Institute is a biomedical research institute with a focus on ageing and to improve the future health and medical care for the Australasian community.

The Northcott Neuroscience Laboratory headed by Professor Marina Kennerson at the ANZAC Research Institute is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to work on an externally funded collaborative project led by Dr Kishore Kumar (Neurology Department & Molecular Medicine Laboratory, Concord Hospital) who is investigating the genetic cause of inherited dystonias.

The primary focus is to assist in biobanking, sample preparation, co-ordinating samples for long read sequencing for data collection and analysis.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

Bachelor Degree in Science with Honors or equivalent qualification with focus on biomedical science with tissue culture and molecular biology techniques.
Experience in molecular biology techniques, particularly DNA/RNA analysis.
Experience in biopsy processing and tissue culture techniques.
Benefits and Perks!

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits


This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.


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For enquiries, please contact Marina Kennerson via email at marina.kennerson@health.nsw.gov.au


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Applications Close: 3 August 2026


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