Research Officer - Genomic Cancer Medicine
Job No:
GC201894
Location:
Darlinghurst, NSW
The Garvan Institute of Medical Research is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes, with over 600 scientists, students and support staff. We pioneer study into the most widespread diseases affecting our community today, including cancer, neurodegenerative and mental diseases, disorders of the immune system, diabetes and obesity, osteoporosis and other skeletal disorders.
The Opportunity
The Research Officer (RO) will join the Genomic Cancer Medicine Laboratory of Professor David Thomas and Dr Maya Kansara. This role uses insights from human genomic data to identify genes and functionally assess their role in predisposition to osteosarcoma using transgenic mice.
The key responsibilities include:
- In vivoand in vitro analysis of transgenic mouse models of osteosarcoma using physiological, immunohistochemical and molecular biology related techniques
- Collating experimental data, writing up experimental procedures and interpreting experimental results
- Being responsible for the writing of manuscripts, with an emphasis on submissions to high quality journals
- Communicating your research as well as relevant publications and developments in the field to those involved
- Recommending ways of improving techniques, quantitative methods and quality control
- Assist in preparing research grant proposals to secure funds
The role will be full-time for 2 years in the first instance and the salary offered is $81,935 pa.
About You
The RO will possess a PhD in cancer biology and 2 years of relevant experience. They must have knowledge of sarcoma biology and research experience in the sarcoma field. The RO is expected to demonstrate competence in in vivo preclinical mouse cancer models, cellular biology (tissue culture, proliferation assays), molecular biology (RNA/DNA extraction/PCR), and immune assays including immunohistochemistry and multiparameter flow cytometry.
You will be self-driven, possess a love of learning and have a friendly and enthusiastic disposition. You should also be able to demonstrate autonomy and consistent work quality as well as excellent written and oral communication skills. You will be goal-oriented and have strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted via Garvan’s Careers site via the link below. Applications from other sites/channels will unfortunately not be considered.
http://garvan.applynow.net.au/jobs/GC201894
Please include the following in your application:
- A cover letter
- Your resume including at least 2 referees
- Copies of relevant qualifications / academic transcripts
Closing Date
This position will remain open until 26 September 2018. We are reviewing applications as they are received, as such candidates are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.