About The Team

The Personalised Medicine Centre (formally the Centre for Molecular Medicine and Innovative Therapeutics) and headed by the Director forms part of Murdoch University's commitment to excellence in health and medical research. The Centre brings together researchers and clinicians from across the university and Perron Institute to apply the tools of personalised medicine to the treatment and diagnosis of an increasing range of diseases

Your New Role!

The successful candidate will undertake laboratory work required for the completion of specific research projects, primarily funded by CMMIT.

Your key responsibilities include -

• Conducting experiments using tissue culture, molecular biology, synthetic nucleic acid techniques and immunochemistry.
• Performing research into the manipulation of transcript splicing to modify gene expression for therapeutic outcomes, using antisense oligomer-based techniques and a variety of in vitro and in vivo approaches.
• Restocking, organising and maintenance of laboratories.
• Updating databases.
• Producing data for preparation of research papers for scholarly journals.
• Maintain clear and detailed accounts of experimental procedures and results.
• Maintain clear laboratory records and analyses data using statistical and graphics programs.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $70,000 - $86,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 6% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Completion of a relevant degree with honours or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training in tissue culture.
• Experience with immunohistochemical assay.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques.
• Relevant experience and ability to coordinate data collection and undertake other research studies.
• Technical laboratory skills, and ability to maintain clear and accurate laboratory records.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role.

Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Prof. Steve Wilton, Foundation Chair in Molecular Therapies at and quote JR103402 as the reference.

Applications Close on 11/03/2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.