About the Role
This role will play a key part in implementing new workflows for spatial transcriptomics and sequencing platforms, supporting lab operations, and ensuring accreditation standards are met.
The key responsibilities of this role include:
- Developing and implementing protocols for tissue preparation and imaging
- Leading the setup and optimisation of new sequencing workflows
- Supporting accreditation processes and maintaining compliant documentation
- Training staff on new methods and ensuring best practices
- Collaborating with clients to deliver tailored spatial transcriptomics services
- Contributing to lab operations and future service planning
This role would suit someone with strong technical laboratory skills, a collaborative mindset and a drive to be at the forefront of genomic technology.
To be successful in this role, you’ll have:
- A tertiary qualification (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) in a relevant scientific field
- Experience in histology techniques, including tissue preparation and staining and imaging
- Strong understanding of spatial transcriptomics and next-generation sequencing
- Demonstrated ability to write and follow SOPs
- Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills
- Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
If this sounds like the right fit, we can offer you:
- Flexible working options
- A supportive and passionate team
- The opportunity to make a positive impact in a community-focused organisation with global reach
- The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your tax-home pay
- Generous leave benefits, including:
- 3 days paid extra leave at the end of the year
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- 2 days of paid cultural and community engagement leave
Are you ready to make a difference?
Please review this detailed Position Description.
To apply, please submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your resume. Only applications submitted via Seek will be considered.
Applications close on 20 June 2025 however we’ll begin interviewing as soon as we hear from the right people so be quick!
Enquiries can be directed to the Perkins People Team via email.
