Dr. Elisa Cachia

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Biography

Elisa completed her Bachelor of Animal Science in 2008 from Western Sydney University. Following her degree, she began her career at Douglass Hanly Moir pathology as a collector, where she gained valuable experience in venepuncture. This science background made her a suitable candidate for roles within biobanking. Elisa subsequently worked as a Biobank Officer at Melanoma Institute Australia before joining Macquarie University. In 2016, she took on the position of Biobank Technician at the Neurodegenerative Disease Biobank. Her responsibilities include the physical collection of samples from biobank participants, processing these samples, including fractioning, and extracting and storing DNA and RNA for use in research projects. Her role is pivotal in ensuring the effective handling and utilization of biological samples within scientific research.

Research Interests

Experience

Biobank Technician

2016-01-01 — Present

Neurodegenerative Disease Biobank • Sydney

Responsible for the physical collection and processing of biobank samples, including DNA and RNA extraction.

Biobank Officer

— Present

Melanoma Institute Australia • Sydney

Managed biobanking operations and sample collection.

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).