Vacancy for a highly motivated graduate Research Assistant to join an international research team led by Dr Luke Garratt, A/Professor Anthony Kicic, Professor Stephen Stick (all The Kids Research Institute Australia) and A/Prof Rabindra Tirouvanziam (Emory University, Atlanta USA) to conduct research into neutrophil fate and function in very early cystic fibrosis lung disease.
This project will follow infants diagnosed with cystic fibrosis throughout the first 2 years of life and monitor neutrophilic inflammation in the airways and peripheral blood using clinical samples obtained by the Australian Respiratory Early Surveillance Team for Cystic Fibrosis (AREST CF). In addition, it will also model a variety of early life airway challenges in the laboratory using cell culture to study neutrophil responses to these environments.
The Role
This position is based at the Harry Perkins Institute for Medical Research (Nedlands) but also conduct work at The Kids Research Institute Australia (Subiaco). He or she will be contributing to processing and characterisation of paediatric airway and blood samples by multiple fluid and cell based analyses, performing in vitro experiments using cell culture and common respiratory pathogens, as well as assist in the collation of clinical data, amongst other research duties.
Essential Criteria:
- Basic laboratory skills ie aseptic technique, chemical handling, accurate pipetting
- Understanding of PC2 regulations and work practices
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a large team
- Project and time management skills
- Flexibility for non-standard hours when necessary for experiments / conference calls
- Current vaccinations to be able to work with human samples (Hep A/B), tetanus
This is a full time role/Fixed term for one year with the possibility of extension.
How to Apply:
Applicants should read the Job description available here.
Submit your CV along with a cover letter outlining your skills and experience that make you suitable for this role (maximum one page) to applications@telethonkids.org.au.
Please quote the full position title in the subject heading of your email application.
For further information about this position please contact Dr Luke Garratt.
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 19 January, 2018.