Occupation: Research
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At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground.
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation.
Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE Genomic Postdoctoral Scientist 12-months Fixed-Term, Full-Time80 hours per fortnight with Monthly ADO'sLevel A Equivalent [1RA7-1RA10 depending on experience]The Translational Research Centres are a key initiative at Peter Mac, driving world-leading translational research by providing specialised expertise and access to cutting-edge technologies and providing a fundamentally important translational interface between clinical and laboratory research.
The Cancer Genomics Translational Research Centre requires a highly motivated and skilled genomic postdoctoral scientist with expertise in cancer genomics, next generation sequencing and nucleic acid sample processing.
The scientist will primarily focus on experimental analysis of DNA methylation of cell-free DNA samples from multiple myeloma patients.
The ideal candidate will meet the following essential requirements:
PhD or equivalent with at least 2 years postdoctoral experience in Cancer Genomics, Molecular Pathology, Cancer Biology or related area/discipline.Ability to extract and quantify nucleic acids (DNA/RNA) from various clinical biospecimens including tissue and blood/plasma.Experience in performing different types of library preparation (whole genome sequencing, targeted hybridisation capture sequencing, ChIP, ATAC, 3'RNA and others) or PCR-based methods (e.g.
digital PCR, qPCR) on different types of samples (cell lines, FFPE material, ctDNA, sorted cells RNA and others).A strong understanding of sequencing methodologies including through Illumina based sequencing platforms.A solid understanding of cancer research, cancer genomics and cancer biomarkers.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.Excellent organisational and time management skills.High quality written and oral communication skills.Flexibility and ability to develop new skills.The ideal candidate may also display the following desirable skills:
Experience in bioinformatic and statistical analysis (via command line, advanced R), particularly in single cell or spatial based applications.Experience in the use of robotics platform for sample preparation.For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.
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Applications Close: 5th February 2025
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WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC Peter Mac offers a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies, and financial benefits such as salary packaging.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
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