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POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH OFFICER
Sex Determination and Gonadal Development laboratory
Full-Time - Immediate Start
Closing Date: 8.00am, Monday, 13 February
Position ID: 2012-VH-02 (RO)
The PHI Sex Determination and Gonadal Development laboratory is looking for a highly skilled and motivated post-doc (or PhD student about to submit) interested in joining an established research program focussed on the investigation of disorders of sex development. With experience in a medical research laboratory environment and practical biochemistry and/or molecular/cellular/developmental biology skills, you have the ability to understand and solve complex problems and lead a project as part of a larger team.
Qualifications
- A post-doctoral qualification in the field of developmental biology is essential.
Skills and Experience
Demonstrated skills and well demonstrated experience in most of the following is essential:
- Animal handling and surgery
- Cell culture
- Protein expression and purification
- immunohistochemistry
- histology
- RT-PCR/ Western blotting
- transcription factor biology
HOW TO APPLY:
Please click here for a copy of the Position Description. To find out more about this exciting opportunity visit the Sex Determination and Gonadal Development Lab page on the Prince Henry's Institute website, or call Professor Vincent Harley on 03 9594 3244.
To apply send your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (quoting position id: 2012-VH-02 (RO)) to hr@princehenrys.org by 8am on 13 February 2012.
6 February 2012
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Cancer Drug Discovery Laboratory
Full-Time 12 month position - Immediate Start
Closing Date: 8:00 am, 10 February 2012
Position ID: 2012-AC-01 (RA)
Are you passionate about cancer cell biology? The Cancer Drug Discovery Laboratory is seeking the assistance of an experienced and enthusiasitic research assistant, with proven practical biochemistry and molecular biology skills, to assist with ongoing research to identify pathways involved in breast cancer progression.
Qualifications: Honours degree in biological sciences
Skills and Experience
Demonstrated experience and skills in the following:
- Molecular Biology techniques including DNA,RNA preparation, qPCR and cloning
- Cell culture, transfections
- Animal work including collection and preparation of tissue for culture and expression analysis
- Protein analysis Western blotting, SDS-PAGE
- Immunofluorescence/Immunohistochemistry
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply in writing to hr@princehenrys.org (quoting 2012-AC-01 (RA)) by 8am, 10 February 2012. All applications must include a current CV, a brief cover letter and contact details of at least two professional referees. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date. Please click on the link for a copy of the full position description.
Enquiries should be made to Dr Ashwini Chand at ashwini.chand@princehenrys.org. A position description is available at www.princehenrys.org.
19 January 2012
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PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Sex Determination and Gonadal Development & Brain and Gender Laboratories
Part-Time Role (0.3 FTE) – immediate start
Closing Date: 8 am, 3 February 2012
Position ID: 2012-VH-01 (PA)
Prince Henry's Institute's Sex Determination and Gonadal Development and Brain and Gender laboratories are seeking an efficient and organised Personal Assistant with proven experience within a medical research environment. You will provide general administrative support to the Laboratory Head and senior ressearch officers within the group, including local and international travel arrangements, organising and managing meetings and assiting with ethics and grant submissions.
Qualifications: A BSc (hons) in biology/biomedical sciences or similar is essential
Skills/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role
- Experience producing a range of documents including letters, memos, agendas and minutes
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Internet and email.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated time-management skills and the ability to prioritise own workload
- Knowledge and capacity to organise all aspects of detailed national and international travel itineraries
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical research industry
HOW TO APPLY
Please click here for a copy of the Position Description. For more information about this exciting opportunity visit the Brain and Gender and Sex Determination and Gonadal Development websites or call Professor Vincent Harley on 03 9594 3244.
To apply send your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (quoting position id: 2012-VH-01 (PA)) to hr@princehenrys.org by 8am on 3 February 2012.
17 January 2012
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GRANTS OFFICER
Full-Time Role - Immediate Start
Closing Date: 8am, 6 February 2012
Position ID: 2012-NCO-01
Prince Henry's Institute is seeking a highly skilled Grants Officer to coordinate the review, submission, reporting and management of external competitive research funding applications. You will have an outstanding attention to detail and thrive on handling multiple projects. As part of a small team in a not-for-profit environment, your enthusiasm, innovation and self-motivation will be valued and appreciated. A creative approach to problem solving and an empathetic approach will assist you being successful in this role.
Qualifications: Post-Graduate degree in Medical Science or related field
Skills/Knowledge
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Previous experience in grant funded laboratory and/or clinical research environment
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Excellent writing skills
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Experience in preparing, reviewing and editing research grant proposals
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Knowledge of NHRMC grant related processes including RGMS software
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Excellent organising ability, and capacity to manage projects on time
HOW TO APPLY
Please click here for a copy of the Position Description. To apply send your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (quoting position id: 2012-NCO-01) to hr@princehenrys.org by 8am, 6 February 2012.
16 January 2012
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RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Ovarian Cancer Biomarkers Laboratory
Part-Time (0.6 FTE) - Immediate Start
Closing Date: 8am, 3 February 2012
Position ID: 2012-AS-01 (RA)
Prince Henry's Institute's Ovarian Cancer Biomarkers Laboratory is seeking the assistance of a highly skilled and motivated Research Assistant with proven practical biochemistry and molecular biology skills to solve research problems.
Qualifications: Honours degree in Biological Sciences
Skills/Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding and solid experience in a laboratory environment including the following:
- MALDI TOF Mass spectrometry for protein analysis
- Handling and processing clinical samples
- General laboratory maintenance
- HPLC
- Biostatistics/bioinformatics
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications in writing quoting 2012-AS-01 (RA) should be forwarded to the Human Resources Officer at: hr@princehenrys.org by 8am on 3 February 2012. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within three weeks of the closing date. Applications must include a curriculum vitae and a brief covering letter, along with contact details of professional referees. Click on the link to view the full Position Description.
Enquiries should be made to Dr Andrew Stephens at andrew.stephens@princehenrys.org.