In-Demand Animal research Jobs in Melbourne Vic

Research Assistant - Metabolic Neuroscience Laboratory
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $79,677 - $87,266 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
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- No degree
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
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Research Fellow in Neuroscience
Monash University —Clayton VIC
- $86,195 - $116,981 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory
- Data analysis skills
- Research
Animal Technician
St Vincent's Health Australia —Melbourne VIC
- $59,207.20 - $66,170.00 a year
- Part-time
- Laboratory experience
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
12d
Senior Research Officer - Drug Development
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research —Parkville VIC
- $121,143 - $143,826 a year
- Full-time
- No degree
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
6d
Animal Ethics Committee Members: Category C - Welfare
Monash University —Clayton VIC
- Research
- University
- Communication skills
Insectary Lead
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research —Parkville VIC
- $108,119 - $117,039 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
13d
Scientist (Biomarker)
BioAgilytix —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Doctoral degree
- Writing skills
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Bioresources Platform Manager
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $156,480 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Research
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
8d
Scientist (PK)
BioAgilytix —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Management
- Doctoral degree
- Writing skills
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Veterinarian Melbourne Bioresources
University of Melbourne —Parkville VIC
- $125,191 - $135,504 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Research
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
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Fastly —Melbourne VIC
- Software troubleshooting
- English
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Research Assistant - Metabolic Neuroscience Laboratory

University of Melbourne -
Parkville VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,677 - $87,266 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Physiology knowledge
Laboratory experience
Research
Working with Children Check

Full Job Description

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term for 12 months
Location: Parkville
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department : Department of Anatomy and Physiology
Salary: R A $ 79,677 - $ 87,266 plus 17% super

Cutting-edge metabolic neuroscience lab / hands-on in vivo and molecular research / strong mentoring and career development

Apply now to deepen your experimental expertise and help uncover new brain–body pathways for future metabolic therapies.

Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity
You will support multidisciplinary projects exploring how the brain controls metabolism and responds to emerging therapeutics. You will gain advanced in vivo, molecular, and translational research experience within a collaborative, high-performing neuroscience laboratory.

What you will deliver:

Conduct in vivo rodent experiments, including handling, dosing, surgery, tissue collection, and behavioural monitoring.

Prepare and analyse molecular and histological samples using PCR, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and microscopy.

Support proteomics workflows through accurate sample preparation, documentation, and coordination with mass spectrometry facilities.

Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including ordering, inventory, equipment coordination, and compliance with safety and animal ethics.

Contribute to data analysis, record-keeping, student training, and preparation of materials for publications, grants, and presentations.

You may be a great fit if you:

Hold a degree in biomedical science, neuroscience, or related discipline, or bring equivalent laboratory experience.

Demonstrate strong in vivo rodent skills, including dosing, perfusion, tissue collection, and transgenic colony management.

Apply core molecular and histological techniques, such as PCR, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, and microscopy.

Support laboratory operations, including ordering, inventory tracking, equipment coordination, and adherence to PC2, OHS, and ethics.

Provide respectful technical mentoring to students and contribute positively to a collaborative, inclusive team culture.

Bring curiosity about metabolic neuroscience and, ideally, experience with advanced in vivo, phenotyping, or omics data.

For further information, please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team

You will join the Metabolic Neuroscience Laboratory within Anatomy and Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences. Our team investigates how brain circuits control metabolism and how these pathways can be targeted therapeutically. We integrate transgenic models, molecular neuroscience, omics, and computational approaches, supported by competitive funding and industry partnerships. You will collaborate with researchers across disciplines, gaining broad exposure to cutting-edge tools and experimental strategies. We value curiosity, respect, and mentoring, creating a supportive environment where emerging researchers thrive and progress.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with Korin Korin , our Indigenous Employment and Development team, via [email protected]

Application essentials:

Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role .

A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

Please upload a separate document addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

For questions related to our recruitment process email Corey Menadue at [email protected]

For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Thursday 13 August at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

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Senior Research Officer - Drug Development

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Bioresources Platform Manager

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