Principal Laboratory Scientist

College Majors

Herston, Queensland, Australia
Base: $104,616 - $113,920; bonus/equity: not speci...
Wet and dry laboratory activities
Complex experimentation
Data analysis
This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Scientist to join a collaborative, high‑performing team contributing to impactful scientific research within a dynamic laboratory environment

Job Summary

  • This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Scientist to join a collaborative, high‑performing team contributing to impactful scientific research within a dynamic laboratory environment.
  • In this role, you will provide specialist technical expertise across both wet and dry laboratory activities, supporting complex experimentation, data analysis and the development of innovative research methodologies.
  • As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Matching Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Scientist to join a collaborative, high‑performing team contributing to impactful scientific research within a dynamic laboratory environment.

Salary

Base: $104,616 - $113,920; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% Superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • wet and dry laboratory activities
  • complex experimentation
  • data analysis
  • microbial genomics
  • Illumina and Oxford Nanopore sequencing
  • bacterial culture and manipulation
  • research integrity and safety standards

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative, high-performing team
  • impactful scientific research
  • innovative research methodologies
  • proactive safety culture
  • building a collaborative environment

Key Requirements

  • undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications in Microbiology, Molecular Microbiology or Bioinformatics
  • relevant experience in microbial genomics
  • demonstrated expertise in Illumina and Oxford Nanopore sequencing techniques
  • hands on competency in wet lab techniques
  • foundational knowledge of bioinformatic analysis
  • proven experience applying a broad range of research techniques
  • ability to train and support junior staff and students
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • unrestricted work rights in Australia

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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