Research Fellow (Level A or B) - Laboratory of Translational Immunology

Job No.: 666863

Location: Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre, The Alfred Hospital

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A / $114,951 - $136,505 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Are you an ambitious researcher with a passion for combating viral diseases and cancer? Join our cutting-edge team as a Research Fellow (Level A or B) in the Laboratory of Translational Immunology. You will lead innovative research that explores mechanisms of antigen presentation and protein degradation OR antigen recognition by T-cells, helping to advance new therapeutic methods in the state of the art Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre.

Position Overview: As a Research Fellow, you will contribute intellectually to our research program, which spans from basic science investigations to studying patient-derived samples. You will design, execute, and analyse experiments, assist in teaching postgraduate students, and support grant submissions. You will also oversee the setup of the translational immunology lab, including establishing new experimental techniques and operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent and team-based research, producing conference papers and publications
• Supervise research assistants and mentor junior researchers
• Lead or contribute to grant proposals and funding applications
• Assist with postgraduate student supervision and occasional teaching
• Manage a research budget of up to $50,000 AUD annually
• Attend conferences, seminars, and relevant professional activities
• Contribute to administrative and departmental meetings and committees

Key Selection Criteria:

• Qualifications: PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, computer science or a related field
• Expertise: Proven experience in molecular biology, immunology, bioinformatic or protein degradation research, with a track record of publications and statistical analysis
• Leadership and ambition: Strong mentoring and supervisory experience, with leadership potential
• Collaboration: Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with analytical software (R, Python, MATLAB), along with strong computer skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Organisational & Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, along with high-level organisational and problem-solving abilities

Join our team and be at the forefront of ground-breaking research with global impact. Apply today to contribute to the future of translational immunology!

About Monash University

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We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Vivek Naranbhai, +61 475 670 340

Position Descriptions:

Research Fellow - Level A

Research Fellow - Level B

Applications Close: Tuesday 26 November 2024, 11:55pm AEDT

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