(Level A/B) $78,544- $131,335 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Fixed term fulltime position available for 24 months.
Located at the Adelaide Medical School, the Dame Roma Mitchell Cancer Research Laboratories (DRMCRL) led by Professor Wayne Tilley, is an internationally recognised multidisciplinary collaborative research program investigating mechanistic and therapeutic aspects of sex hormone receptor action in breast and prostate cancers.
Our laboratory uses cutting edge methods (multi-omics, single-cell, genome editing as well as contemporary pre-clinical model systems) and bioinformatics to understand how sex hormone receptors and associated transcription factors regulate breast and prostate cancer development and progression, with research programs spanning discovery, drug development and clinical translation.
We are seeking a passionate and driven postdoctoral researcher with relevant expertise in sex hormone receptor and more broadly transcription factor biology to build on our recent advances in harnessing the natural antagonism between estrogen and androgen hormone signalling to develop safer, more effective treatment and prevention strategies for breast cancer. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with relevant molecular and cell biology techniques (e.g., ChIP-seq to determine genome-wide transcription factor binding to DNA and complementary genomic / spatial technologies) to generate new knowledge about how sex hormones affect breast cancer cells, a strong publication record and be motivated to independently drive a research project.
This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with an international, multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians and consumer advocates. You will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic and collaborative environment and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that impact the field of cancer research by improving disease outcomes for breast and prostate cancer patients.
To be successful you will need:
- A PhD in cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, bioinformatics, computational biology or other related subject.
- Laboratory experience in a wide range of standard molecular and cell biology techniques such as mammalian cell culture, in vivo tumour growth models, nucleic acid isolation, and DNA/RNA/protein extraction and analysis, with the ability to rapidly learn new techniques.
- A record of quality research in relevant fields, as evidenced by conference presentations and publications in leading journals (commensurate with experience).
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform independent research and creatively tackle experimental challenges.
- Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills along with meticulous research record-keeping.
The path to Adelaide University
We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.
Enjoy an outstanding career environment
We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.
It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.
Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.
We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.
In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs
Your faculty's broader role
The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences contains one of Australia's largest concentrations of leading health researchers, teachers and clinical titleholders. It's comprised of eight schools and a number of specialist disciplines, institutes and centres, variously focused on world-class research, and training the next generation of: medical doctors; surgeons; dentists; nurses; psychiatrists; psychologists; and other health professionals.
Learn more at: health.adelaide.edu.au
If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.
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Applications close 11:55pm, 27th February 2025.
The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
For further information
For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:
Taryn Giles
Senior Talent Acquisition Officer
P: +61 (8) 8313 4803
E: taryn.giles@adelaide.edu.au
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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
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