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Research Assistant

The Kids Research Institute Australia
Nedlands WA

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Job Details

Full-time
13 days ago

Benefits

Extended annual leave
Health insurance
Employee discount
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Research laboratory experience
Bachelor honours degree
Laboratory experience
Research
Bachelor's degree
Immunology
Data entry

Full Job Description

Nedlands, Australia

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Posted on: 02/07/2026

The Opportunity

Are you looking for an opportunity to expand your laboratory research skills and learn from an experienced team?

The Strep A Pathogenesis and Diagnostics team is embedded within the END-Rheumatic Heart Disease Program at The Kids Research Institute Australia. Together we have an ambitious goal to end RHD in Australia by 2031 through a comprehensive research program which brings together community, researchers, practitioners & funders.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to provide essential laboratory support to our team. As the successful candidate, you will be helping the team determine Strep A incidence and prevalence, Strep A pharyngeal, and skin carriage frequency in asymptomatic individuals and characterise antibiotic use.

The Role

In this position, you will work within an experienced laboratory team and apply your skills in:

Immunoassays (including Luminex assays and ELISA’s).
Aseptic laboratory techniques.
Routine laboratory operations.
Accurate data entry and reporting.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

Undertaking aseptic laboratory experiments using standardised protocols.
Receiving, documenting, and storing laboratory reagents, chemicals, and materials.
Assisting in general lab management tasks.
Contributing to team meetings and journal clubs.
Working collaboratively with other research staff.

Working in our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities within Perth Children’s Hospital, this full-time position will be offered for an initial 1-year period.

About You

This position would suit someone with a Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) or equivalent. An Honours degree in Immunology or equivalent laboratory experience is highly desirable.

Additionally, it is preferable that you hold the following experience and skill set:

Proficiency in Immunoassays.
Strong understanding of aseptic sample handling.
Experience in maintaining laboratory notebook, accurate data entry and ability to follow safe operating procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic and diverse team.

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy:

Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
Flexible and hybrid working options.
Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to apply

If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact [email protected].

Contact Name: Rebekah Fowles

Contact Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 16/07/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.

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