Research Assistant - Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer) - Bone Biology - ANZAC Research Institute
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- Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ630582 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to March 2027
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $1,463.78 - $2,087.60 per week + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ630582
About the Role
Concord Repatriation General Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.
To assist research on the projects exploring the Glucocorticoid rhythmicity and its critical role in bone loss and osteoarthritis during chronic disruption of circadian rhythm using animal models, working under the supervision of the Professor Markus Seibel, Professor Hong Zhou and postdoctoral research Scientists.
The role of research assistant is to monitor experimental animals, prepare biological samples for quantification and analysis, using molecular and cellular biology techniques to investigate the molecular and cellular basis of bone and cartilage biology.
Tasks include: mouse handling and interventional procedures, micro- CT and bone histomorphometric analysis, molecular biology techniques for protein quantification. The investigation, evaluation and validation of new techniques.
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Bachelor's Degree in Science, or equivalent qualifications, with focus on biomedical science with molecular biology techniques.
- Experience and skills in small animal handling, minor surgical procedures and animal tissue dissection highly regarded
- Experience working in bone metabolism with the experience and techniques including micro-CT and histomorphometry analysis highly regarded.
- Experience in molecular biology techniques, particularly DNA/RNA analysis and cloning.
Benefits and Perks!
Accrued Day Off each month paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
- The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
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For enquiries, please contact email Hong Zhou at hong.zhou1@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 27 January 2026
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