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
 

The position requires a highly motivated research assistant. They will be responsible for providing daily health monitoring to experimental mice in an efficient manner and being involved with ongoing experiments including, tumour measurements, drug dosing and data collection. They will also be involved in human blood and tissue work, particularly involving immunology techniques.

The successful candidate will have completed Bachelor in Science or equivalent, with experience in one or more fields of cellular immunology, human immunology, cell & molecular biology. Experience working with experimental animal models, demonstrated animal handling skills, understanding of regulations, excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn new skills and techniques is also required.

Please note this role requires the ability to work as part of a team, or independently with the flexibility in task-sharing in order to progress research outcomes, including contributing to a weekend and public holiday roster and/or out of hours work (time in lieu).

This is a full time position (part time may be considered), with a start date of January 2024 (negotiable).
 

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter with detailed response to selection criteria and relevant experience, as well as an updated resume.  

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 Manager: Sherene Loi 
Contact Number: 03 8559 5935
Email: jeannette.parrodi@petermac.org