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Post-Doctoral Researcher (Pathology/Solid Tumours)

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: Fixed Term contract until 31 December 2025 (with possibility of extension)
• Remuneration: $88k - $117k base (+17% super and leave loading)
• Working rights: Full Australian work rights for duration of contract will be required.
• Location: Kensington, Sydney

The School of Biomedical Sciences

As one of the largest teaching schools at UNSW, the School of Biomedical Sciences is uniquely placed to inspire the next generation of science and medical graduates. It plays a key role in arming future doctors, health practitioners, biomedical scientists and a broader community of health professionals, each of whom will bring a specialised and diverse skill sets to the frontiers of medical and health.

Why this role matters  

This position will be responsible for the conduct of experiments and analysis of data related to a program developing novel therapeutic approaches for solid cancers. The incumbent will be a key contributor in this project, planning and performing experiments and analysis, and assisting the broader team with other research-related duties. The project will involve a range of molecular and cellular techniques with cells in culture, and studies in animal models. This position is tenable in Prof Levon Khachigian's laboratory

Some key skills required:

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated expertise and practical surgical experience in rodent models of solid tumour growth and/or metastasis, especially expertise delineating the involvement of the immune system.
• Hands on experience using humanised mice (CD34+NSG) as models of solid tumour growth and/or metastasis would be an advantage.
• Hands on experience using rodent models of cardiovascular disease would also be an advantage.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

UNSW Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:​ 

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading​ 
• Flexible working ​ 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period​ 
• Access to lifelong learning and career development ​ 
• Progressive HR practices​ 

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.  

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below. Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the main skills and experience listed in the position description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Contact:

Professor Levon Khachigian     E:  l.khachigian@unsw.edu.au 

Applications close: Sunday 13^th April before 11.30pm Sydney time.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.