(Level A/B) $102,024 to $135,932 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
Fixed term, full time position available for 2 years with a possible of extension.
Train with an amazing group of molecular biologists focussed on addressing critical gaps in our understandings of the role of chromatin in development and diseases like cancer.
We seek a highly motivated, creative scientist to spearhead a project using stem cell and models to address a fundamental question in chromatin biology: How do epigenetic features contribute to the regulation of the genome?
We study how chromatin drives specificity for regulating gene expression. You will be dissecting the molecular features of transcription factors and cofactors that enables such specificity on chromatin, where recent technical advances in genomics and proteomics means that we can now achieve a remarkable degree of insight into fundamental molecular events. At the same time, access to translational pipelines will enable the candidate to apply their learnings in a meaningful way, revealing novel therapeutic targets critical for cancer.
For the candidate, this will involve prodigious training opportunities:
- State-of-the-art tools/skillsets in epigenetics and bioinformatics (NGS techniques + systems approaches) and access to core equipment such as imaging, flow cytometry etc.
- The chance to forge collaborations with experts in diverse fields at the Adelaide biomedical precinct.
- Ample professional, scientific and mentoring opportunities to develop into a highly visible future leader in their own right.
- The opportunity to establish themselves in a new institute and to have a profound impact on the research environment.
The position stresses the importance of working in a healthy and inclusive environment (equality and diversity are critical to outside-the-box thinking!), and acquiring the skills needed to succeed in science, such as balancing the creative spark with rigorous self-critique. We have the ambitious goal of having a profound impact, not just on the science but also on the individuals we work with. If this sounds like you or the person you want to be, please apply!
To be successful you will need:
- A PhD in genomics or stem cell biology
- A working knowledge of tissue culture
- Experience in functional genomics techniques
- A solid track record of academic success
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 collaboration - offers you 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, Friday 5 September 2025, or until closed.
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:
Dr Luke Isbel
Group Leader in the Cancer Epigenetics Program at the South Australian immunoGENomics Cancer Institute - SAiGENCI, and Adelaide Centre for Epigenetics – ACE.
E: luke.isbel@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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