Research Fellow (Level BRF) - [Archived Advertisement]

• Based in the Centre for Cancer Biology at the City West campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract until 31 March 2027
• Commencement Salary: $109,074 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

Under the broad direction of the Pro Vice Chancellor: Health and Medical Research and Engagement, you will implement and conduct high quality scientific research in genito-urinary cancers, predominantly prostate cancer, and report on research outcomes in line with research goals and milestones of the Centre for Cancer Biology.  

The project, based at the University of South Australia (UniSA) will focus on the characterisation of novel kinase inhibitors of inflammatory signalling and their potential utility in targeting the progression and therapeutic resistance of advanced prostate cancers. This project will be conducted in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow University.

About the Centre for Cancer Biology 

The Centre for Cancer Biology (CCB) is an alliance between the University of South Australia and the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) and is co-located with other cancer-focussed researchers within a purpose-built building in Adelaide’s Biotech and Medical Precinct. The CCB studies the fundamental causes of cancer in order to find new ways to prevent and treat the disease and is a recognised hub for innovative science leading to breakthrough therapies.   
 
About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

Essential Skills and Experience 

• Doctoral degree in a biomedical related discipline, with direct relevance to basic and translational cancer research
• Experience in exploiting in vitro organoid and explant models of disease to characterise drug response and mechanisms of action
• Demonstrated participation in relevant areas of research and knowledge of prostate cancer literature and laboratory procedures relevant to the study of prostate cancer, and pre-clinical evaluation of drug response
• Knowledge of scientific and medical terminology relevant to the research project/program

Benefits 

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as: 

• Access to great personal development opportunities 
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17% 
• Flexible working conditions 
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture 

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.  

Start Your Unstoppable Career!

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.  
 
Please address your cover letter to Sara Heidrich, Consultant: Recruitment Central. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 6602. 

Applications close: 11:30pm Monday 11 November 2024
 
Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment. 

At the University of South Australia, we value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability. 

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team on recruitment@unisa.edu.au. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.