Fuse Recruitment is partnering with a Brisbane-based biotechnology organisation to appoint a Senior Research Associate into a hands-on preclinical R D environment supporting translational programs (oncology focus) across cell-based assays, in vivo murine models, and imaging/biodistribution workflows.
This is a practical, execution-focused role suited to someone who thrives in the lab, values high-quality data, and can help uplift consistency, training, and SOP-driven ways of working.
The role Reporting into the scientific team, you will: Execute in vitro experiments including mammalian cell culture and bioengineering workflows (e.g., lentiviral production/transduction, transient transfection, siRNA).
Run a range of cell-based and molecular assays (e.g., cytotoxicity, radioligand binding, clonogenic assays, cell-cycle analysis, immunofluorescence, Western blot, qPCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, IHC, NGS).
Support in vivo studies including animal monitoring/welfare, handling, injections, tumour measurement, anaesthesia, surgical prep support, euthanasia/necropsy, perfusion and tissue collection.
Contribute to biodistribution / imaging studies (gamma counting; PET/SPECT/CT/bioluminescence where applicable).
Maintain high-integrity documentation (electronic lab notebooks), data summaries, figures, and reporting.




Help draft/revise SOPs and protocols, and support quality/safety compliance activities.
Train and mentor junior staff and support day-to-day lab operations (inventory, consumables, equipment upkeep).
Essential: Master's (or higher) in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or related.
3–5+ years hands-on lab experience (industry or academic).
Solid capability across molecular/cell biology techniques (qPCR, Western, ELISA, flow cytometry, mammalian cell culture).
Demonstrated in vivo rodent experience (handling, injections, monitoring, tumour work, tissue collection).
Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and commitment to data integrity.
Ability to coach/guide others and lift lab execution standards.
Desirable: Translational/biomarker experience (especially cancer ), SOP/quality-compliant environments, or radiopharmaceutical exposure.
Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., GLP-style practices) and/or basic bioinformatics tools.
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Consultant Sam Standfast Senior Recruitment Consultant ************ ****** / Reference number: BH-***** Profession:Science TechnologyOther Company: Fuse Recruitment Date posted: 6th Aug, ****

📌 Senior Research Associate New (Brisbane)
🏢 Fuse Recruitment
📍 Brisbane