At the Victor Chang Institute we strive to ensure our staff and students enjoy a great working environment. We value and are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity and gender equity and promotes flexible working arrangements for staff to balance working requirements and personal needs.

Come and work with us and help us make a difference.

THIS ROLE

The Metabolomics Research Scientist is an important part of our new Metabolomics Research Facility.

In this role you will, ensure the effective and timely operation of analytical equipment and instrumentation within the Laboratory; enable the training of new users and engage with and facilitate their research. This position reports to the Head – Metabolomics (A/Prof Mark Hodson).

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure the smooth operation of the metabolomics laboratory, including organising maintenance under current service contracts, ordering of chemicals, consumables, etc.
• Quantitative analysis of various metabolite classes by UHPLC-MS/MS and qualitative analysis by UHPLC-Q-ToF-MS
• Provision of metabolomics and analytical expertise to NSW cardiovascular researchers
• Training of staff and/or postgraduate students in analytical methods
• Laboratory management
• Directing and/or performing method development/ improvement/validation
• Compiling and devising SOPs and methodological workflows

We would like to meet you if you meet the following selection criteria:  

Essential

• BSc in the field of analytical (bio)chemistry and a minimum of five years' relevant experience
• A solid understanding and demonstrated knowledge and experience of metabolomics techniques for the analysis of biological samples
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of biochemical/metabolite analysis and routine analysis with LC-MS/MS systems
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of method development and validation
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of chromatographic and mass spectrometric principles, technologies and system maintenance
• Demonstrated experience in operating in a dynamic and diverse workplace and the ability to provide advice and training in the analytical aspects of metabolomics analysis
• A proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from different disciplines, with highly developed interpersonal skills
• High level oral and written communication skills
• An ability to work in an efficient and well-organised manner under pressure
• Reliability, flexibility, adaptability and success in multi-tasking
• An ability to manage and organise staff/students and analytical instrument resources.

Preferred

• MSc/PhD in the field of analytical (bio)chemistry or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of discovery analysis with LC-MS systems (e.g. IM; Q-TOF)
• Laboratory management experience
• Biological/medical research experience
• Experience with the generation and statistical analysis of 'omics' data.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must consist of the following documents:

1. Covering Letter
2. A statement specifically addressing each of the Selection Criteria in detail
3. Resumé/Curriculum Vitae

Applications received without all documents detailed above will be deemed incomplete and will not be accepted or processed for further consideration.

SALARY

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience with salary packaging and superannuation options also available.

TERMS OF POSITION

This position is a three year renewable appointment.