Role type: Part-time 0.5-0.7 FTE (transition to full-time considered ); Fixed term position for 1 year
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/ School: Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Salary: Level A - $87,266 - 118,416 (pro-rata for part-time) plus 17% super
Cutting-edge T cell immunology and metabolism research / collaborative, respectful team culture with intellectual input / state-of-the-art Doherty facilities
Join our immunology team and help drive impactful T cell research with real translational potential.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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You will support innovative T cell biology and metabolism research, combining mouse work, cell assays and advanced single-cell technologies.
You will collaborate closely with experienced immunologists, contribute ideas and gain autonomy to drive your own projects.
What you will deliver:
Conduct mouse monitoring, procedures and tissue experiments, managing lines and supporting animal ethics documentation.
Perform mammalian cell culture, organoid work, flow cytometry and immunological assays using human and mouse samples.
Generate and analyse single-cell genomics and metabolomics data, interpreting results and presenting findings to the team.
Maintain accurate experimental records, contribute to lab housekeeping and help coordinate shared resources and equipment.
Support training of students and new staff, sharing expertise and fostering collaborative, respectful communication across the lab.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold a BSc (Honours) or equivalent in Immunology, Microbiology or a closely related discipline.
Bring a minimum of 1–2 years’ laboratory experience, including mouse handling, procedures and immunisation in research settings.
Demonstrate proficiency in flow cytometry, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology and in vitro immunological assays.
Use analysis software confidently, including FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ and standard spreadsheet and documentation tools.
Collaborate effectively with diverse colleagues, animal technicians and external partners, communicating clearly about experimental progress.
Contribute to training and mentoring students and new starters, sharing skills while maintaining high laboratory practice standards.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
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 – Department of Microbiology and Immunology
You will join the Department of Microbiology and Immunology within the School of Biomedical Sciences at Parkville.
Based at the Peter Doherty Institute, you will access purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to infection and immunity.
You will work in a collaborative, respectful laboratory culture that values open communication, mutual support and intellectual contribution.
The team encourages curiosity, shared success and career development, including opportunities to drive your own research directions.
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Application essentials:
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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.
Want to know more?
For queries related to this specific position, contact Dr Kevin Man
For questions related to our recruitment process email Vanessa Phan at [email protected]
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.
Applications close: 24th July 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: 3548684_PD_Research Assistant.docx
3548684_PD_Research Assistant.pdf
Skills Required
- BSc (Honours) or equivalent in Immunology, Microbiology or closely related discipline.
- Minimum 1-2 years laboratory experience, including mouse handling, procedures and immunisation in research settings.
- Proficiency in flow cytometry, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology and in vitro immunological assays.
- Experience generating and analysing single-cell genomics and metabolomics data.
- Proficiency with analysis software: FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ and standard spreadsheet/documentation tools.
- Current valid work rights for Australia (visa sponsorship is not available).
- Working with Children Check (will be required and reimbursed if successful).
- Ability to train and mentor students and collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners.
- Clear communication and ability to maintain high laboratory practice and record-keeping standards.
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