Research Laboratory Technician in Recombinant Products Facility
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician to join its Recombinant Products Facility (RPF) in Sydney. This full-time, two-year fixed-term opportunity offers the chance to work within a sophisticated research environment focused on the production, purification, and quality control of biologics, including proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), nucleic acids, and bacteriophage.
The Recombinant Products Facility operates state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and maintains an ISO 9001-accredited Quality Management System, supporting high-quality research and pre-clinical studies.
Key Responsibilities
As a Research Laboratory Technician, you will:
- Perform In-Process Control (IPC) and Quality Control (QC) analyses for biologics, plasmid DNA, and protein products.
- Conduct analytical testing to assess product quality and quantity.
- Coordinate analytical requirements across multiple research projects.
- Maintain analytical tracking systems and quality control documentation.
- Operate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment.
- Assist with laboratory user training and technical support.
- Work within an ISO 9001 Quality Management System and regulated laboratory environment.
- Prepare scientific reports and interpret analytical results.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams to support biologics production and quality assurance.
Qualifications & Skills Required
Applicants should possess:
- A degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as:
- Cloning
- Plasmid characterization
- Gene expression analysis
- Experience performing analytical assays for protein and/or plasmid DNA quality assessment.
- Familiarity with HPLC and other analytical laboratory techniques.
- Experience maintaining and operating specialized laboratory equipment.
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) and/or Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
- Excellent laboratory documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary research teams.
- Experience with Protein purification, Plasmid DNA production, Microbial fermentation, Cell culture, Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), Process chromatography, Biologics manufacturing, Scientific data analysis and reporting will be considered advantageous
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following through the official UNSW Jobs Portal:
- Updated CV
- Cover Letter
- Responses addressing the required Skills and Experience criteria
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