Research Officer – Antibiotic Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Dosing Optimisation Laboratory Full-time

Research Officer – Antibiotic Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, and Dosing Optimisation Laboratory

Job No.: 691090

Location: Parkville campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $83,424 – $95,825 pa HEW Level 05 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

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The Opportunity

We are seeking a Research Officer to support high-impact biomedical research within the Antibiotic Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Dosing Optimisation Laboratory, based in the Drug Delivery, Disposition and Dynamics Theme at the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

This role provides hands-on laboratory support to a National Health and Medical Research Council-funded program targeting antibiotic resistance by developing innovative strategies towards personalised medicine. You will contribute directly to the delivery of high-impact research by providing experimental, technical, and operational support across a range of laboratory activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated research professional who enjoys practical bench work, values collaboration, and is motivated by laboratory work that supports researchers and students, and translates to improved patient outcomes.

As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting high-quality antibiotic pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics research, including planning and performing static and dynamic in vitro infection studies, bioanalytical assays, bacterial susceptibility testing, and related laboratory procedures.
• Supporting research operations and data integrity by managing experiment scheduling, collecting and analysing data, preparing research documentation and reports, and contributing to continuous improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Maintaining a safe, compliant, and well-functioning laboratory environment through preparation of sterile media, equipment maintenance, adherence to research protocols and OHS requirements, and effective communication with colleagues, collaborators, and research students.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world's top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Cornelia Landersdorfer, Head, Antimicrobial Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Dosing Optimisation Laboratory, Cornelia.Landersdorfer@monash.edu

Applications Close: Wednesday 19 March 2026, 11:55pm AEDT

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