Research Officer
Garvan Institute of Medical ResearchSydney, New South Wales, Australia
Posted March 12, 2026
102500 - 117400 AUD
Full Time
About the Company
For more than 50 years the Garvan Institute of Medical Research has pioneered insights into some of the most widespread diseases affecting our community today. Garvan's mission is to make significant contributions to medical research that will change the directions of science and medicine and have major impacts on human health. Garvan strives to enhance and develop research programs that combine fundamental science with strong clinical interactions. Research at Garvan is focused upon understanding the role of genes and molecular and cellular processes in health and disease as the basis for developing future preventions, treatments and cures. For over 50 years, significant breakthroughs have been achieved by Garvan scientists in the understanding and treatment of diseases such as: * Cancer * Diabetes and obesity * Neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hearing loss, mental illnesses and eating disorders * Osteoporosis * Immunological diseases such as asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and Sjogren's syndrome Garvan's ultimate goal is prevention, treatment or cure of these major diseases.
Job Description
The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to drive exciting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of RNA biology, immunology, epigenetics, and computational data analysis. The successful candidate will lead research projects, conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to HDR student supervision.
Requirements
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry or a related field
- Expertise in basic wet lab techniques including DNA/RNA/protein extraction, western blot, qPCR, cell culture, cell transfection
- Expertise in CRISPR-Cas9 technology, including guide RNA design, molecular cloning, and delivery into cells
- Experience with high-parameter flow cytometry, including proficiency in using multi-colour panels with 8+ colours
- CUT&RUN chromatin profiling experience and next generation sequencing library preparation
- Computational data analysis skills (R, Python, Unix shell)
- Extensive experience in handling and working with laboratory mice and other model and non-model organisms
Benefits
- Generous salary packaging to save you income tax on your wages thereby boosting your monthly take home pay
- Ample opportunities for on-going training and development
- Stimulating, diverse and highly international research environment
- Flexible work arrangements e.g. start / finish times
- 18 weeks paid parental leave for both parents including paid superannuation
- A range of additional leave types to meet your personal needs including cultural leave, conference leave, community service and study leave
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Lifestyle discounts with our community partners