Researcher Opportunity
This role is part of a team that focuses on advancing biological research in Australia. As an experienced technician, you will be responsible for managing state-of-the-art equipment used in gene editing, crop transformation, and synthetic biology.
* Maintaining Equipment: Ensure that the equipment is always up to date and functioning properly, allowing researchers to conduct their experiments without any issues.
The ideal candidate will have a PhD or equivalent experience in crop transformation, gene editing, molecular genetics, and/or synthetic biology. They should have demonstrated expertise in these areas through a combination of relevant experience and education/training.
This is a key role in driving innovation in plant synthetic biology and accelerating research translation from the laboratory to the field. If you are passionate about scientific research and have the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing state-of-the-art equipment used in gene editing, crop transformation, and synthetic biology
* Maintaining a safe working environment for all users and visitors to the facility
* Coordinating with researchers to ensure that they have access to the necessary resources and equipment
Requirements:
* PhD or equivalent experience in crop transformation, gene editing, molecular genetics, and/or synthetic biology
* Demonstrated expertise in these areas through a combination of relevant experience and education/training
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work with a leading centre of biological research in Australia
* Chance to drive innovation in plant synthetic biology
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment
About Us:
We are a world-leading university in Canberra, Australia. Our focus on research as an asset ensures our graduates are in demand globally for their abilities to understand and apply vision and creativity to addressing complex contemporary challenges.