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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Brain Tumour Research
The Opportunity
The Brain Tumour Research Program is a collaborative group composed of clinical and lab-based researchers focused on the goal of improving outcomes for children with brain tumours. Our research includes identifying mechanisms of cancer development, generation of appropriate models of these diseases, evaluation of novel therapeutics and translation of discoveries into the clinic. We offer an interesting job in a very motivated and dynamic team with a friendly working atmosphere.
The Role
The successful candidate will lead a research project into childhood brain cancer in collaboration with a commercial partner. They will perform high quality research into childhood brain cancer with a specific focus on evaluating new agents for cancer therapy.
This is a full-time role fixed term for 12 months with the possibility of extension.
Salary will be between $86,091 and 92,543 per annum, with access to generous salary packaging.
Experience
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following:
- A PhD and strong track record in experimental cancer research
- International postdoctoral training
- Superior attention to detail and meticulous approach to experimental work
- Experience in animal models of disease including colony maintenance, performing injections, imaging and dissection;
- Expertise in cancer cell or stem cell culture
- Experience in histology, microscopy and high-level imaging
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, data recording and organisational skills
- Demonstrated scientific writing skills
- Initiative and ability to work both independently and as an effective team member;
- Experience in responsible laboratory management including ordering, maintenance of records, troubleshooting; experience in laboratory occupational health and safety.
The successful candidate will be asked to provide a satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
How to Apply:
Applicants should read the Job description available here.
Submit your CV along with a cover letter addressing the essential criteria to applications@telethonkids.org.au
Please quote the position title in the subject heading of your email application.
For further information about this position please contact: Dr Raelene Endersby
Email: raelene.endersby@telethonkids.org.au
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 16 January 2019
About Telethon Kids Institute
The Telethon Kids Institute is one of the nation's leading medical research organisations with impressive facilities in Nedlands, Western Australia. It is home to more than 700 staff and postgraduate students who are dedicated to tackling the major causes of childhood disease, disability and disadvantage. Our research teams are among the world's best and we have strong affiliations with Perth Children's Hospital and all the major Western Australian universities, particularly The University of Western Australia and Curtin University.
2018 saw the Telethon Kids Institute move to brand new premises within the new children's hospital building at the QEII Campus in Nedlands. The Institute is now co-located with Perth Children's Hospital and housed in state-of-the-art premises with increased space and improved access to leading edge technology and research facilities.