Research Officer

Garvan Institute of Medical Research

Sydney, Australia
Base: up to $117,400; benefits: 14% super + salary...
Phd or md in relevant area
Extensive wet laboratory techniques experience
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
The Research Officer will conduct independent experiments to understand the regulation of cytotoxic CD8+ T cell function in chronic infection and cancer

Job Summary

  • The Research Officer will conduct independent experiments to understand the regulation of cytotoxic CD8+ T cell function in chronic infection and cancer.
  • Candidates will contribute to publications, present at scientific conferences, and co-supervise students within a collaborative research framework.
  • The position offers a generous salary up to $117,400 plus 14% superannuation and significant salary packaging benefits.

Matching Summary

The Research Officer will conduct independent experiments to understand the regulation of cytotoxic CD8+ T cell function in chronic infection and cancer.

Salary

Base: Up to $117,400; Benefits: 14% super + salary packaging (max $15,900 general + $2,650 meals/accom); Contract: 2 year fixed-term

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD or MD in relevant area
  • Extensive wet laboratory techniques experience
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication for written reports
  • Capacity to work collaboratively across labs
  • Sound administrative abilities and time management

Key Requirements

  • PhD or MD degree required
  • Postdoctoral experience (RO1-3 scale dependent)
  • Full working rights in Australia required

Work Rights

Must have full working rights in Australia

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