At AGRF, we celebrate diversity. We believe it makes us a better organisation; a supportive and inclusive organisation; an organisation where everyone feels welcome.

AGRF is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to quality and innovation. We seek to empower Australia to be recognised for world class genomics and innovation. By collaborating, by sharing our knowledge and expertise, and by providing local access to innovative and state-of-the-art genomic technologies, we enable Australian academia and industry to advance leading edge genomic research internationally.

We are a team of dependable, collaborative and innovative thinkers who are empowered to generate and deliver solutions to the scientific community.

A message from our HR department: Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are not able to provide individual updates.

As part of our recruitment process, applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted to arrange an interview. Applicants who are not successful will also be notified at the conclusion of the recruitment process. If you do not receive a notification, your application is still under consideration.

Thank you for your understanding, and all the best with your application.

Job Vacancies

Laboratory Technician | Sydney | Full Time

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team in a full time, permanent Laboratory Technician role in Sydney. This role supports the delivery of high-quality, genomics services operating from AGRF’s NATA accredited laboratory. It requires both hands on laboratory and project management skills, as well as the ability to actively liaise with clients and staff on a local and national scale. You will work as part of a team to deliver NATA accredited sequencing services.

For position details, please review here.

Applications Close | Midnight Sunday 12 April 2026

Marketing Manager | Melbourne | Full Time

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Marketing Manager to lead our marketing function at a pivotal stage of growth.

This is a rare opportunity to lead marketing within a highly specialised, science-led organisation. Operating across complex and sophisticated audiences, including researchers, clinicians, pathology providers, agricultural scientists, and government partners, this role requires both strong marketing capability and the intellectual curiosity to engage deeply with scientific domains.

As Marketing Manager, you will take ownership of AGRF’s marketing strategy and execution, driving the annual marketing program and ensuring alignment with commercial and strategic priorities. You will shape and strengthen the brand, maintaining accuracy, consistency, and credibility across all channels.

You will collaborate closely across commercial, scientific, and clinical teams to develop communications that are both technically accurate and commercially effective.

For position details, please review here.

Applications Close | Midnight Sunday 26 April 2026

AGRF Benefits Package

Salary Packaging Benefits
AGRF’s not-for-profit status means that a salary packaging benefits program is offered to all employees, administered through AccessPay. This program allows an increase to disposable income through a reduction in tax paid subject to conditions being met.

‘Genie’ – AGRF’s Employee Discounts Program
Genie is the home of discounts and savings. Our valued employees have access to hundreds of discounts and offers at a wide range of retailers, both in store and online.

Employee Assistance Program
Through our provider Converge International, employees are able to access: Employee Assist, Manager Assist, Career Assist, Conflict Assist, Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition & Lifestyle Assist services.

Employee Recognition Program
Spotlight Nominations each month are a way to ‘shine the spotlight’ on the great things employees have been doing, and together with the Values in Practice VIP Quarterly Awards selected by Executive, are a way of showing appreciation and provides an opportunity to recognise colleagues who embody the AGRF Values in Practice.

Bonus and Sales Commission Schemes
Rewarding employees for their performance and contribution to AGRF outside of normal remuneration processes for achieving or exceeding targets.

Paid Parental Leave
12 weeks employer paid parental leave for primary carer and 4-week-paid leave for secondary carer immediately after birth or adoption of child for employees with 12 months or more service.

AGRF Granted Days
Currently AGRF provides up to 2 days of AGRF Granted Days during holiday period closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Why work at AGRF?