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Job No. 561096 Faculty / Portfolio: Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences School of Biomedical Sciences Department of Physiology Location: Clayton campus Employment Type: Full-time Duration:12 month fixed-term appointment Remuneration: $64,563 - $74,160 pa HEW Level 05 (plus 9.5% employer superannuation)

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The Opportunity The Department of Physiology is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the research groups of two successful laboratories within the department. The selected candidate will assist with a variety of projects investigating the role of previously unlinked compounds on the metabolic status of mice.

You will be responsible for performing a range of researchrelated activities (including laboratory preparation, and operational and administrative duties) to support the delivery of in vivo physiology studies.

The role involves animal handling, monitoring and colony management; performing glucose tolerance tests, intraperitoneal / subcutaneous / intracerebroventricular injections, blood collection and sample processing; anaesthesia and implantation surgeries; and euthanasia and tissue harvest.

Ideally we are seeking a candidate who has completed a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biomedical Science or equivalent degree, or someone who has substantial relevant skills and work experience leading to the development of practical expertise in metabolic research.

Enquiries Ms Lauren Kelly, Senior Project Manager, 03 9905 2377

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Monash University was established in 1958 and welcomed its first intake of students in 1961. In its fifty year history, the university has established itself as one of Australias finest tertiary institutions, building an enviable reputation for both its outstanding teaching and its transformative research. Today, Monash is Australias largest university, boasting a global network of more than 250,000 alumni.

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