Post-Doctoral Researcher

Job Description

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 Bioinformatics Post-Doctoral Researcher - Professor Sarah-Jane Dawson Laboratory The Post-doctoral Researcher will be involved in the analysis of large-scale genomic data, with a focus on whole genome sequencing, through the application of best-practice bioinformatics workflows and the development of innovative new methods as required. The Post-doctoral Researcher is responsible for: Designing and carrying out experiments that fulfill the aims of the project. Completing accurate analysis and interpretation of experimental results. Presenting results to other members of the laboratory, as well as within local seminars, national and international conferences. Supervision and training of staff and students when appropriate, including demonstrated ability to provide leadership and innovation. Fostering good working relationships with colleagues, including collaborators. This position is: 12-month Fixed-Term, Full-Time Onsite presence essential at 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000 1RA6 - 1RA10 depending on qualifications and experience Basic Salary Range: $97,770.40 to $113,262.24 AUD Applications are invited to join an exciting research program within the Molecular Biomarkers and Translational Genomics Laboratory led by Sarah-Jane Dawson at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre ( The research will explore the use of circulating tumour DNA to study genomic and epigenomic evolution and provide insights into treatment response and resistance in cancer. Applicants to this role should provide a cover 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). Please consolidate all information into a single document. For further information about this opportunity, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion. Hiring Manager: Dr Dineika ChandranandaEmail: Applications Close: 2nd April 2025 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