Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $70,086 - $96,073
Grade: SciA
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1277
Research Scientists in Plant Genetic Improvement aim to understand the genes and molecular mechanisms underlying trait variation in crop species important to the agricultural sector in the State of Victoria, Australia. The role of the Research Scientist - New Breeding Technologies is to participate in research that applies plant molecular biology, plant tissue culture and cell biology across a range of crops including cereals, oil seeds, pulses and forage grasses using cutting edge conventional genetic engineering and precision genome editing techniques. Primary duties and responsibilities for the position include conducting technical work for plant tissue culture and plant transformation, molecular and phenotypic analysis of transgenic events, and in vitro and glasshouse plant care and maintenance. The successful incumbent will be expected to maintain accurate laboratory records and document workflow procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures, provide expert technical advice in tissue culture and plant transformation pipelines, assist with the design and implementation of research experiments, and provide training and mentoring to postgraduate students. The role requires working within a team environment, and requires excellent analytical and organisational skills, along with strong oral and written communication skills.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available for a period until 30 June 2027. The work location for this position is AgriBio, Bundoora.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
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Applications close 11.59pm on 6 April 2028.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
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