The Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world-leading basic and translational researchers with expert clinicians to break down barriers between traditional scientific disciplines and find solutions to disease. Founded in 1963, Garvan's mission is to harness all the information encoded in our genome to better diagnose, treat, predict and prevent disease.

Personalised Cancer Therapeutics Lab

Our lab directs research into the identification of the biological, genetic and molecular processes that control pancreatic cancer progression and chemoresistance. We utilise a range of in vitro (2D and 3D) and in vivo patient-derived and genetic models of pancreatic cancer, and place a strong emphasis on clinically focused laboratory research in partnership with patients who donate their tissues for scientific discovery.

The Opportunity
The Research Assistant is responsible for the examination of proposed novel treatment strategies in our established disease models, aiming to improve the outcome for patients suffering with advanced-stage pancreatic cancer, disease for which there are currently no curative systemic treatment options.

This is a full time one-year position, with view to extend.

Key Responsibilities
The Research Assistant will be responsible for:

Conducting experiments and other duties in a timely, efficient and diligent manner to assist in the overall project progressing expeditiously
Adopting published methods and interacting with scientists within and outside the Garvan
Evaluating and applying alternative methodologies to optimise sensitivity and reproducibility
Developing and applying methodologies, as the need arises
Involved in the appropriate databasing of results (the incumbent should maintain proficiency with computers)
Collating and recording experimental data accurately, writing up experimental procedures and contributing to the interpretation of experimental results
Participating in regular meetings with the Lab Head to discuss current and planned experiments
Ordering of consumables
Making recommendations to Lab Head or Director of the Cancer Theme about ways of improving techniques, quantitative methods and quality control

About You
The successful candidate should possess the following:

Bachelor's Degree in Science or Medicine (with Honours for RA2). The studies will have been undertaken in an area of science concerned with molecular and cellular biology or biochemistry
Willingness and experience with animal experimentation
High motivation and level of commitment to achieving scientific goals
Ability to work with other staff in a cooperative manner
Excellent time management and written skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to carry out consistently high quality work
Ideally candidates will have experience with molecular biology, tissue culture, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy and molecular biology techniques
Competent computer skills (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)

How to Apply
To apply for this position, please submit your application with a CV, cover letter and academic transcripts. This position will remain open until filled. As we will be reviewing applications as they are received, we encourage you to submit yours as soon as possible.

Only applicants with full working rights in Australia are eligible to apply for this role.

Research Assistant - Personalised Cancer Therapeutics

Garvan Institute of Medical Research Darlinghurst NSW 2010

Garvan Institute of Medical Research

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