Research Officer – BDI Part-time

Research Officer – BDI

We are seeking a Research Officer to support high-impact biomedical research within the Knott Lab, based in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute.

This role provides hands-on technical and laboratory support to a Snow Medical funded research program focused on developing next-generation molecular tools for RNA and DNA biomedicine, including CRISPR-Cas technologies. You will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, supporting researchers, students and projects while helping to maintain a safe, compliant and highly organised research environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated research professional looking to build their technical expertise in a leading biomedical research setting, working closely with postdoctoral researchers, research officers and students.

Your Impact

In this role, you will

• Manage laboratory ordering, inventory and equipment maintenance
• Support laboratory onboarding, training and general safety practices
• Maintain chemical inventories, risk assessments and standard operating procedures
• Provide hands-on research support using standard molecular biology techniques
• Assist with routine protein expression and purification activities
• Build strong working relationships with researchers, support teams and suppliers
• Contribute to the smooth and compliant operation of a busy research laboratory

About You

You are an organised and detail-oriented research professional who enjoys supporting discovery-driven science in a collaborative environment. You are comfortable balancing technical tasks with administrative responsibilities and take pride in maintaining high laboratory standards.

You will bring

• A degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to follow protocols and work safely in a laboratory environment
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as cloning and sequencing preparation
• Well-developed communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Experience with bacterial protein expression and purification is desirable but not essential

About Monash

The Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute is one of Australia's largest and most dynamic biomedical research environments, bringing together over 120 research groups focused on improving human health. Located on the Clayton campus, the Institute works closely with clinical and industry partners to translate discovery into impact.

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: Ms Rebecca Bamert, Snow Lab and Operations Manager, rebecca.bamert@monash.edu, +61 3 9902 9374

Applications Close: Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 11:55pm AEDT

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