2-years fixed term, full time position available.
80 hours per fortnight plus monthly ADOs.
Up to $77,****** - $115,****** base + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave.
About the role
An prospect exists for a motivated and highly skilled scientist to join the Beavis Laboratory at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Our team is focused on targeting the immune system against cancer using a variety of different immunotherapeutic approaches. The candidate will develop an integrated approach to cancer treatment through approaches designed to enhance lymphocyte and chimeric antigen receptor trafficking to the tumour site.
About you
You will possess experience and skills in molecular biology, tissue culture and flow cytometry, whilst skills in CRISPR/Cas9 and generation of genetically engineered T cells are highly desirable.
You'll bring with you:
BSc (Honours) or equivalent
Experience with mouse work and animal models
Experience with Immunological assays and flow cytometry
Experience with cell culture, molecular biology and biochemical techniques
Experience in general laboratory duties
High quality written and oral communication skills
Flexibility and ability to develop recent skills
High level organisational and time management skills
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.
Hiring Manager
Professor Paul Beavis
Email
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Applications Close: *****pm Sunday 1 November ****.
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, 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.
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📌 Research Assistant - Beavis Lab (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne