Research Technician Full-time

Research Technician

You will lead longitudinal physiological and immune phenotyping in mouse models within a landmark ARC Discovery Project. You will gain deep expertise in ageing biology, health-span assessment and translational research using advanced platforms and facilities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary experts across the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct and contribute to high-impact publications and presentations.

What you will deliver:

• Lead longitudinal cardiovascular, metabolic and functional phenotyping in ageing mouse models using specialized physiological assessment platforms.
• Conduct in vivo rodent studies, including monitoring, sample collection and scheduling, ensuring strict compliance with animal ethics requirements.
• Perform immune cell isolation and multiparameter flow cytometry, then integrate immune and physiological datasets with collaborators.
• Analyse complex longitudinal datasets using appropriate statistical approaches, preparing high-quality figures, reports, manuscripts and project documentation.
• Support laboratory operations, including reagent ordering, equipment maintenance, record-keeping, and contributing to meetings, seminars and retreats.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a relevant Masters in Physiology, Biomedical Science, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular Science, Immunology or related discipline.
• Demonstrate substantial experience with in vivo rodent experimentation and physiological phenotyping, ideally including cardiovascular or metabolic assessments.
• Bring hands-on expertise in flow cytometry, including immune cell isolation, panel execution, and data analysis.
• Apply robust statistical analysis to complex biological datasets using tools such as R, GraphPad Prism or Python.
• Utilise strong organisational skills to coordinate longitudinal studies across multiple facilities and manage competing experimental priorities.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and support junior researchers learning specialised physiological and immune techniques.

For more information, please refer to the attached Position Description.

What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team in the Department of Anatomy and Physiology sits within the School of Biomedical Sciences. You will join a vibrant community of researchers exploring metabolic, cardiovascular, neuroscience and developmental biology. The Department hosts 35 world-class laboratories, cutting-edge facilities and strong clinical and industry partnerships. You will benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative culture and outstanding training opportunities for emerging scientists. Working within the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, you will engage with partner institutes and hospitals to translate discovery science into improved human health.

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin, our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au

Application essentials:

• Visit “apply with us” to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

For questions related to our recruitment process email Corey Menadue at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au

For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Applications close: Wednesday 2 September at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.