Research Assistant - Mark Dawson Lab

You will have high quality written and oral communication skills, with excellent organizational and time management skills.

BSc (Honors) or equivalent

Experience in cell, molecular biological and proteomic techniques and functional genomics

Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

Flexibility and ability to develop new skills

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining their interest and experience and also provide their responses against the selection criteria (found in the Position Description under Essential and Desirable Requirements sections) to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Managers: Dr. Elanor Wainwright and Dr. Jesse Balic

Email: Elanor.Wainwright@petermac.org or Jesse.Balic@petermac.org

Applicants are invited to join an exciting multi-discliplinary research program within the Cancer Epigenetics Laboratory led by Mark Dawson at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and The University of Melbourne (www.thedawsonlab.com).

The position requires a highly motivated and skilled scientist with a specific interest in cancer epigenetics. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct rigorous, valid and ethical research both independently and as part of a research team.

This role is based within the Collaborative Centre for Genomic Cancer Medicine, a joint venture of the University of Melbourne and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre seeking to improve the lives of people with cancer through equitable access to personalised treatment options and prevention strategies informed by the latest genomic tests and analysis. Learn more genomic-cancer-medicine.unimelb.edu.au.

The position will be initially for a fixed term of 12 months with the opportunity to extend. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Allied Health Professionals 2021-2026.

Category B

Group Leader: Professor Mark Dawson

Deputy Lead: Dr. Elanor Wainwright

Dawson Laboratory staff and students

Cancer Therapeutics Program staff and students

Cluster 1 staff and students

Core Research facilities staff

Other research staff and students

Other Peter Mac staff and students

University of Melbourne: The Collaborative Centre for Genomic Cancer Medicine (CCGCM) staff

External research collaborators

Industry partners

Staff from other research institutions

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

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

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

Takes all reasonable steps to prevent bullying, discriminations and harassment in the workplace

Participates in and/or conducts annual performance development and review on 100% of staff

Complies with peter Mac policies to maintain a safe work place

Follows established procedures and guidelines

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

Peter Mac offer 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.