Research Assistant - Mark Dawson Lab

- 12-month fixed term, full time position - 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs.
- Up to $77,734.00 (1RA1) - $115,527.00 (1RA10) per annum base (dependant on qualifications and experience) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave.
- Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available.

About the role 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 (www.thedawsonlab.com).

This position is an invitation to join an exciting research program focused on identifying novel therapeutic vulnerabilities in blood cancers. The project will utilise a broad range of cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry and functional genomics approaches, including genetic screening strategies to identify factors that can be leveraged through proximity-dependent mechanisms to perturb cancer-associated cellular processes. These approaches will be used to uncover and characterise novel mechanisms of gene regulation and inform the development of new therapeutic strategies in acute leukaemia.

This position is to provide technical and research support and conduct experimental work for a funded project.

The successful candidate will be integrated within a diverse research environment that houses a multidisciplinary group of scientists, clinicians and computational biologists working together to achieve improved outcomes for cancer patients.

Remuneration as per Allied Health Professionals EBA. Up to $77,734.00 (1RA1) - $115,527.00 (1RA10) per annum, (full time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

About you

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

You'll bring with you:

- 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 recent skills

Our benefits We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
- Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options & ADOs
- Flexible, hybrid working practices

Inclusion and belonging 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.

Join us!

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: [email protected] or [email protected]

Applications Close: 11.59pm Sunday 4 October 2026.

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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.

Why work for Peter Mac

- 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, adaptable 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.

📌 Research Assistant - Mark Dawson Lab (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne