Laboratory Assistant

KE Select

Perth WA

Laboratory and Technical Services (Science and Technology)

Contract/Temp

Low application volume

About The Company  

Our client is conducting medical research to help solve some of the world’s healthcare challenges and diseases. A state-of-the-art facility in Perth hosting a wide range of research and development projects.

About the Role 

A casual Lab Assistant role, working business hours Monday to Friday, is available for the right candidate, based in Perth. We are looking for someone to start immediately and individuals on Working Holiday Visas are encouraged to apply. The following responsibilities can be expected in this role:

Assist with cell culture, antibody assays, purification procedures, solution preparations and analysis of samples

Maintain stock levels of basic laboratory supplies, unpack and safely store consumables, reorder when necessary

Collect, clean and sterilise laboratory glassware and equipment

Use and care for sterilisation equipment, autoclaves, dishwashers and other equipment

Oversee the safe disposal of biohazardous waste, ensuring it is properly segregated

Follow all SOPs, WHS protocols and other guidelines

Complete accurate data entry and administration tasks

Additional duties and responsibilities as required.

About You

Ideal candidates will have the following:

Certificate III in laboratory skills or similar

Previous experience in a laboratory environment with skills such as pipetting, weighing, measuring, aseptic techniques and understanding of lab equipment

Experience in media production, cull culture, antibody assays and purification

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail and organisation skills

Working rights in Australia.

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please apply online in the first instance.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

You can contact Keelie Munroe on keelie@keselect.com or ring 0466485542 for a confidential discussion.