Mass Spectrometry Coordinator

About The Team

The Australian National Phenome Centre (ANPC) at Murdoch University is the largest dedicated metabolic phenotyping facility in the world. It is home to an unparalleled suite of Mass Spectrometers (MS) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) instruments for precision research and service, using highly integrated workflow and pipelines to solve global health and societal challenges.
 

Your New Role!  

We are seeking a highly skilled Mass Spectrometry Coordinator to play a central role in delivering high-quality analytical outcomes across targeted and exploratory metabolic phenotyping programs. You will underpin research with real world impact by advancing human and planet health.
 

Your key responsibilities will include –

• Coordinating the routine acquisition/analysis of clinically and biologically relevant biofluids and tissue samples by Mass Spectrometry.
• Coordinating of MS Specialists to ensure seamless operation of MS instruments and workflows using in-house laboratory information management systems and SOPs.
• Coordination of high-throughput samples across multiple modalities of MS.
• Ensure MS spectrometers are operating at peak efficiency and troubleshooting for maintenance and repair.
• Perform data quality assurance and pre-processing for analyte and metabolite identification.
• Build and maintain a database of spectra from relevant chemical standards.
• Develop new MS methods and pipelines as part of a culture of continuous improvement.
• Communicate and work with other ANPC specialists, researchers and academics to fulfil centre project objectives.
• Prepare analytical reports for collaborators and dissemination via publications and presentations.
• Participate in research meetings and internal seminars.
• Provide MS training to staff and students as required.
   

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (2 Years) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $114,385.00 – $130,908.00 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

If you’re passionate about mass spectrometry, innovation, and supporting high-impact
research, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us at the ANPC — and help build the future of metabolic phenotyping.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• PhD in MS spectroscopy, metabolomics relevant to the high-throughput analysis of samples of clinical relevance.
• Experienced in the development and application of high-throughput metabolic phenotyping workflows by mass spectrometry.
• Knowledge and practical experience in operations and troubleshooting of MS instrumentation.
• Experience in bioinformatics and data pre-processing pipelines unique to metabolic phenotyping including data QC, correction and treatment, as well as metabolite annotation and identification.
• Ability to draw biological inferences from spectroscopic data for biomarker identification, and to inform biologically and clinically relevant inquiries.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and software suitable for spectroscopic data sets.
   

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
 

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Dr. Sze How Bong, Associate Director, Research & Innovation s.bong@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR104934 as the reference.

Applications Close on 01/04/2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.