Occupation: Research
Reference: 5090
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 RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION WITH PETER MACCALLUM CANCER CENTRE 12-months Fixed-Term, Full-Time Position 80 Hours per fortnight with ADOs Level A Academic position (1RA5-1RA10) An exceptional opportunity is available for an enthusiastic, motivated, and skilled research assistant to join a Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre spinout company, and the Immunotherapy Laboratory within the Cancer Immunology Research Program. This unique role bridges industry and academia, providing the successful candidate with an exciting chance to gain valuable experience in both sectors, opening future career pathways in either direction.
Our team is dedicated to harnessing the immune system to fight cancer using innovative immunotherapeutic approaches. In this project, the candidate will contribute to developing an integrated approach to cancer treatment involving adoptively transferred gene-modified T cells (CAR T cells) and bispecific antibodies. The position offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, working alongside researchers and students from the Peter Mac Research Division.
Key Requirements: A relevant BSc (Hons) or PhD degree with research experience in immunology, particularly T cell biology and function. Proficiency in cell culture and flow cytometry is essential. Additional skills in mouse work and immunological assays are advantageous. Self-motivated, eager to learn, with a friendly and enthusiastic disposition. Excellent organizational and time management capabilities. Strong skills in writing, verbal communication, and accurate experimental record-keeping. This role provides the rare opportunity to work at the intersection of industry innovation and academic research. You'll gain invaluable experience in cutting-edge immunotherapy research while contributing to a fast-paced biotech environment. This dual exposure will prepare you for diverse career paths, whether you choose to pursue academic research, industry leadership, or a blend of both in the future.
This position will be supervised by Dr. Clare Slaney, Associate Professor Michael Kershaw, and Professor Phil Darcy, leading experts in the field of cancer immunotherapy.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter, resume and response to selection criteria outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
Applications Close: Friday, 3rd January, 2025
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. #J-18808-Ljbffr