RMIT University

Overview:

• Full-time, Fixed Term position for three years
• Salary Academic Level A + 17% Superannuation
• Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University

About You

The position contributes to the activities of the Solving Plastic Waste CRC which was established in 1 July 2024 as a 10-year Cooperative Research Centre. The Solving Plastic Waste (SPW) CRC’s mission is to ensure that focused, industry-driven collaboration between the research sector, governments and the entire plastics value chain is effectively enabled over the next decade to transform the way plastic products are designed, manufactured, used, recovered, and recycled, and how microplastic soil pollution is remediated (also see: Solving Plastic Waste CRC – Rethinking the way we design, use, and reuse plastics).

The position relates to the SPW CRC’s Research Program on Materials and Design and specifically to a project to improve the production of biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) from renewable resources.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Skills and knowledge in microbiology, DNA sequencing and bioinformatic analyses.
• Extensive experience in microbial ecology.
• Project management experience working with a range of stakeholders.
• Proven track record in publishing and reporting to stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to undertake scientific research and development in research programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a member of a research team and independently when required, to meet project outcomes and milestones.
• Ability to co-supervise postgraduate by research students.
• Ability to contribute to the teaching and learning program in a relevant field.
• Early to mid-career researcher with experience on sustainability projects.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community to achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

www.rmit.edu.au/seh

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Andy Ball via email andy.ball@rmit.edu.au

Position Description - Research Assistant

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Applications Close:

18 June 2025 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

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