Postdoctoral Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time

Unlock New Horizons in Cancer Research

We are seeking highly skilled Postdoctoral Scientists to join our dynamic and world-leading research centre at Peter Mac, a Victorian Government institution. As a key member of the Neeson Lab, you will contribute to the development of new immunotherapy strategies to treat cancer patients.

Your Role in Our Future

This is an exciting opportunity to explore novel CAR-T cell strategies to improve outcomes in patients with solid cancers. You will use gene editing approaches and in vitro and in vivo models to address current hurdles to CAR-T cell efficacy in solid tumours.

Key Responsibilities

  • Explore the human tumour immune microenvironment (TIME) and use these findings to devise novel combination treatments with immunotherapy.
  • Develop new immunotherapy strategies to treat cancer patients.
  • Contribute to the development of novel CAR-T cell strategies to improve outcomes in patients with solid cancers.

Requirements

  • PhD in immunology, molecular biology, protein engineering or cancer cell biology.
  • Strong background in cancer research.
  • Ability to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students and technical staff.

What We Offer

  • Salary packaging, central city location.
  • Opportunity to work with a world-leading research centre.
  • Chance to contribute to the development of new immunotherapy strategies.

How to Apply

Applicants should provide a covering letter, resume and response to selection criteria outlining relative key skills and experience. For further information, please review the position description or contact Professor Paul Neeson via email in the first instance.



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