In-Demand Senior laboratory Jobs in Greater Perth Wa

Research Officer/Senior Research Officer
The Kids Research Institute Australia —Nedlands WA
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- University
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Senior Laboratory Technician
COLAS AUSTRALIA —Bibra Lake WA
- Weekend availability
- Remote
- Construction experience
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
Senior Chemist - Malaga
Bureau Veritas —Malaga WA
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- Laboratory experience
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
10d
Clinical Courier
Murdoch University —Perth WA
- $62,768 - $64,642 a year
- Part-time
- University
- Employee assistance program
- Gym membership
4d
Clinical Specialist - TAVR - AU
Anteris Technologies —Perth WA
- $145,000 - $200,000 a year
- Remote
- Nursing
- Anatomy knowledge
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
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Occupational Hygiene Technicians & Advisors
Occuhealth —Perth WA
- $70,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction experience
- Employee assistance program
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Field Water Quality Analyst
SGS —Perth Airport WA
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
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Senior Clinical Research Associate I (FSP)
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Malaga WA
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- Patient monitoring
- Microsoft Office
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Senior Risk and Safety Engineer I Perth
Bureau Veritas —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- Business
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Laboratory Manager
SGS —Perth Airport WA
- Full-time
- Management
- Laboratory experience
- No degree
- Parental leave
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Metallurgical Technician (Welshpool)
SGS —Welshpool WA
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- Laboratory experience
- Parental leave
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Office Administrator
ALS —Malaga WA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Computer skills
10d
Principal Hygienist
Occuhealth —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
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Civil Engineering Technician
AI Talent —Nedlands WA
- $70,000 - $120,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
- Civil engineering
- Laboratory experience
- Work from home
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Senior Inspector -NDT
SGS —Perth Airport WA
- Overtime
- Administrative experience
- Parental leave
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Metallurgy Technician (Welshpool)
AU-IMO —Welshpool WA
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- Laboratory experience
- Parental leave
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Principal Occupational Hygiene Consultant
WSP —Perth WA
- Laboratory
- Engineering
- Business development
Project Manager - Perth
Bureau Veritas —Perth WA
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Agile
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
3d
Senior Water and Wastewater Engineer
Fortescue —Perth WA
- Monday to Friday
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Civil Engineering
Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings & Mine Waste
Klohn Crippen Berger —West Perth WA
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
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Research Officer/Senior Research Officer

The Kids Research Institute Australia
Nedlands WA

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Job Details

Full-time
14 days ago

Benefits

Extended annual leave
Visa sponsorship
Health insurance
Employee discount
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
Cell culture
Research
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Nedlands, Australia

req3438

Posted on: 10/08/2026

The Opportunity

The Strep A Pathogenesis & Diagnostics team is embedded within the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases, alongside other research groups focused on vaccines, antibiotic reformulation, translation and policy research, providing unique opportunities to translate research findings into practice. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Research Officer/Senior Research Officer (level dependent on experience) to join our team.

In this role, you will lead a project investigating Group A Streptococcus (GAS or Strep A) infection that relapse following antibiotic therapy. GAS causes a spectrum of disease from sore throat to invasive infections and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) – yet why GAS persists, despite antibiotic therapy, remains poorly understood. This role tackles one of the most intriguing candidate mechanisms: the bacterium’s ability to switch into a cell-wall-deficient state (L-form) that are inherently tolerant to β-lactam antibiotics such as penicillin. Understanding how GAS transitions into and out of the L-form state, and being able to detect it, could reshape how we diagnose and treat persistent infections.

The role reports to A/Professor Tim Barnett, Head of Strep A Pathogenesis & Diagnostics, and is a collaboration with Professor Jeffery Errington and Dr Yoshikazu Kawai at the University of Sydney, and Professor Johan Malmström at Lund University. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to spend time in, and exchange expertise with, these partner laboratories.

Working across bacterial cell biology, host–pathogen interactions and diagnostics, you will:

Establish and characterise host-relevant systems for inducing, propagating and reverting GAS L-forms, and define the conditions that drive the L-form transition.
Develop novel reagents (e.g. antibodies) to detect and track L-form conversion in real time, both in culture and within host cells.
Lead the production of high-quality publications, contribute to grant applications, and help shape the strategic direction of the research.

Working in our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities within Perth Children’s Hospital in Nedlands, this full-time position will be offered for an initial 18-month period. Applicants must have, or be eligible to obtain, the right to work in Australia. Visa sponsorship and contribution to relocation expenses are available and can be discussed with the successful candidate.

About You

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant microbiology, cell biology or a related discipline, or will be nearing PhD completion. You will also demonstrate:

Strong general microbiology and molecular biology skills, including bacterial culture, cloning and PCR.
Experience with mammalian cell culture.
A demonstrated track record of productivity appropriate to career stage, as evidenced by publications, conference presentations and contribution to grant development.
Strong experimental design, troubleshooting and data interpretation skills.
Excellent organisational and written and oral communication skills.

Highly regarded skills:

Expertise in bacterial pathogenesis, including construction of bacterial mutants and infection of host cells and/or animal models.
Fluorescence, confocal and/or live-cell microscopy.
Design and construction of fluorescent reporters, biosensors, probes or antibodies.

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.

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.

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 [email protected].

Contact Name: Timothy Barnett

Contact Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 10/09/2026 - 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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