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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 FUTUREPostdoctoral Fellow - Hogan LaboratoryThe Hogan laboratory is offering an exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral fellow to join our group at Peter Mac. The position requires a highly motivated and skilled scientist to work in the area of lymphatic development and regeneration. The position will involve performing experiments in model systems (zebrafish, mice, cells), analysis of results, preparation of manuscripts and presentation of data at national and international meetings. The incumbent will be required to undertake direct supervision of students. Importantly, the successful candidate will be capable of working in an independent manner. They may assist and supervise junior staff in the team with grant/fellowship applications; manuscript and thesis preparation.This position is responsible for:Carrying out experiments that fulfil the aims of the project.Accurate analysis and interpretation of results.Participation and presentation of results in lab meetings and other hubs.Development of good working relationships with others both within the laboratory and within the research division.This position is:12-months Fixed term, Full-TimeOnsite presence essential at 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000$97,770.40 to $113,262.24 AUD (depending on qualifications and experience)Advertising from 18th February 2025 to 19th March 2025The successful applicant will be part of a team studying the molecular control of the vasculature in development, regeneration and cancer. Skills required include a PhD with a broad base of molecular, genetic and cell biology techniques. The person should have a strong background in one or more of the following: developmental biology, cell biology, cancer biology, zebrafish, molecular biology, genomics or microscopy. A record of previous publication of scientific papers will be highly advantageous. The person will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team and supervise students and technical staff in the lab. Recent PhD graduates through to experienced senior research fellows are encouraged to apply for this position.Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.Applications Close: 19th March 2025Position SummaryThe position requires a highly motivated and skilled scientist to work in the area of lymphatic development and regeneration. The position will involve performing experiments in model systems (zebrafish, mice, cells), analysis of results, preparation of manuscripts and presentation of data at national and international meetings.The incumbent will be required to undertake direct supervision of students. Importantly, the successful candidate will be capable of working in an independent manner.They may assist and supervise junior staff in the team with grant/fellowship applications; manuscript and thesis preparation.The successful applicant will be part of a team studying the molecular control of the vasculature in development, regeneration and cancer. Skills required include a PhD with a broad base of molecular, genetic and cell biology techniques. The person should have a strong background in one or more of the following: developmental biology, cell biology, cancer biology, zebrafish, molecular biology, genomics or microscopy. A record of previous publication of scientific papers will be highly advantageous. The person will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team and supervise students and technical staff in the lab.Recent PhD graduates through to experienced senior research fellows are encouraged to apply for this position.Key RelationshipsInternalProfessor Ben Hogan, members of the Hogan lab and the Organogenesis and Cancer ProgramStaff members of Research Core FacilitiesCancer Research Division staff and studentsExternalStaff and students from other research institutesEducationSkillsPhD in genetics, cell biology, developmental biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or cancer biologyA strong track record of scientific research publication relative to career opportunityExperience in cell and molecular biological techniques and microscopyHigh level organisational skills, with demonstrated capacity to establish and achieve goalsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamHighly motivated and self-drivenFlexibility and ability to develop new skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsDemonstrated experience in the supervision and training of research staff that is commensurate with career stage and opportunityExperience in cerebral vascular or lymphatic vascular researchGrant and paper writing abilityKey AccountabilitiesKey Accountabilities Demonstrated by/Key Performance Indicators1. Conduct experimentsCarry out experiments that fulfil the aims of the projectCareful and precise experimental techniqueAccurate analysis and interpretation of experiment resultsAbility to work independentlyWillingness to learnWell-developed organisational skills and planning of experimentsAbility to readily learn new techniquesTo assist as directed in research experiments with other research personnelHigh level of integrity and ethics2. Communication of research outcomesDemonstrated evidence of a team playerParticipate in lab meetingsPresentation of research results at lab meetings and hubsExcellent written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to prepare manuscripts3. Foster a good working relationship with colleaguesDevelopment of good working relationships with others both within the laboratory and within the Research DivisionDemonstrated ability to work as part of a research teamHelp with general laboratory maintenance and undertaking fair share of laboratory choresAssistance to others in the lab when neededKey Accountabilities (Contd..)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 MACPeter 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.The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. #J-18808-Ljbffr