At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

 

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Senior Animal Laboratory Technician

• 12-months Fixed-Term, Full-Time
• Up to 76 hours per fortnight (with flexibility in working hours and schedule)

 

The Models of Cancer Translational Research Centre requires a Senior Animal Laboratory Technician for a 1-year fixed-term parental leave cover position. The Senior Animal Laboratory Technician will work within an existing team, under the supervision of a Lead Scientist. Previous experience in a cancer research setting is desirable; however, training for all required techniques and skills will be provided.

 

The successful candidate will meet the following essential requirements:

• Diploma of Animal Technology (or equivalent)
• Experience working at a high level of independence and responsibility in an Animal Facility
• Extensive experience in the care of experimental mice in PC2 environment.

 

The successful candidate may also display the following desirable skills:

• Experience with cell culture and/or laboratory skills (e.g. pipetting, centrifuging).
• Experience with xenograft experiments in mice.

 

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

 

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

 

Hiring Manager: Dr Benjamin Blyth

Contact Number: (03) 85597115

Email: benjamin.blyth@petermac.org

 

Applications Close: Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025

 

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

 

Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.

 

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

 

 

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