The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre seeking to excel across all spheres of clinical care, research and education.
We have the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to about 40,000 people with cancer each year.
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 top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Post-Doctoral Researcher - M Dawson Lab
The Post-Doctoral Researcher will utilise a broad range of cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry and chromatin-based assays to develop novel epigenetic therapeutics in acute leukaemia.
This position is responsible for:
Carrying out experiments and analysing data that fulfils the aims of the project.
Participating in lab meetings and the presentation of results to other members of the laboratory.
Accurately analyse and interpret data.
Complete careful, accurate and timely record keeping with a high level of integrity and ethics.
Develop a good working relationship with others in the laboratory and Research Division.
This position is:
12-month, fixed-term full-time Onsite presence essential at 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000 Basic Salary Range: $97,770.40 - $113,262.24 AUD depending on qualifications and experience Advertising from 23 October 2024 to 21 November 2024 Applicants are invited to join an exciting multi-disciplinary research program within Mark Dawson's Laboratory ( at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
This specific project will utilise a broad range of cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry and chromatin-based assays to develop novel epigenetic therapeutics in acute leukaemia.
The position requires a highly motivated and skilled scientist with a specific interest in cancer epigenetics.
The candidate should be highly skilled in various molecular and cell biology approaches.
Importantly, the successful candidate will be capable of working in an independent manner within an existing team.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
Position Summary Applicants are invited to join an exciting multi-disciplinary research program within Mark Dawson's Laboratory ( at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
This specific project will utilise a broad range of cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry and chromatin-based assays to develop novel epigenetic therapeutics in acute leukaemia.
The position requires a highly motivated and skilled scientist with a specific interest in cancer epigenetics.
The candidate should be highly skilled in various molecular and cell biology approaches.
Importantly, the successful candidate will be capable of working in an independent manner within an existing team.
Education PhD in Cell Biology
Skills PhD in Cell Biology or Pathology Experience in molecular biology techniques Excellent organizational and time management skills Flexibility and ability to develop new skills Strong background in cancer research Ability to work independently and manage a team High quality written and oral communication skills Key Relationships Internal
Cancer Epigenetics Laboratory Cancer Therapeutics Program Research Division.
External
Researchers from other national and international institutes Clinicians Suppliers.
Key Accountabilities 1.
Generation of high quality, reproducible data through conduction of valid and ethical research
Carry out experiments and analyse data that fulfils the aims of the project Careful and precise experimental technique Accurate analysis and interpretation of data Ability to follow and understand instructions Willingness to learn Ability to work with limited supervision Careful, accurate and timely record keeping High level of integrity and ethics 2.
Communication of research outcomes
Ability to communicate effectively with others in the laboratory and the Research Division Participate in lab meetings Presentation of results to other members of the laboratory Excellent oral and written communication skills 3.
Foster a good working relationship with colleagues
Development of a good working relationship with others in the laboratory and Research Division Ability to work in a team Willingness to help others in the laboratory as required Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.
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.
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria.
We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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