Research Assistant Part-time

Senior Research Assistant

Join a dynamic and impactful research environment at the forefront of autoimmune disease research. This is a compelling opportunity for a highly skilled Senior Research Assistant to contribute to innovative clinical trials focused on Rheumatoid Arthritis and Type 1 Diabetes, with a strong emphasis on advancing our understanding of immune function.

In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting high quality translational research across the full research lifecycle. Working within a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, you will apply your technical expertise to the processing and management of human biological samples, contribute to the delivery of complex experimental programs, and support the generation of meaningful research outcomes that have the potential to improve patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented research professional seeking to deepen their expertise in human immunology within a clinical research setting, while contributing to work of real-world significance.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate the processing, labelling and storage of human biological samples (including blood, PBMC, serum and DNA) to support clinical trials and biobank operations, ensuring accuracy of records and databases.
• Provide high-level technical research support, including preparing samples, conducting complex experiments, and applying specialist techniques in human immunology.
• Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, ensuring facilities, infrastructure and protocols operate safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to research delivery through documentation, data entry, analysis and presentation, including drafting protocols, supporting reports, and assisting with the administration of research activities.

A degree qualification in life sciences (or equivalent combination of relevant training and experience), with a strong foundation in laboratory-based research. Demonstrated experience in handling human biological samples, including PBMC, serum and DNA, within a clinical or research setting. Proven practical expertise in immunology techniques and sample processing, with strong attention to accuracy and detail. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary research team. Strong organisational skills with a methodical approach to managing workflows, data and laboratory processes. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to support research documentation, reporting and presentations.

As part of the UQ community, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.