Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunotherapy

• Full time, fixed term until December 2029    
• Exciting opportunity to be a Postdoctoral Research Associate with Professor Cameron Turtle  
• Base Salary starting from $117,936 + 17% superannuation

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunotherapy to contribute to the School’s research agenda through independent and collaborative research. You will apply and develop your research expertise to advance knowledge within your discipline, conduct original research and scholarly activities, and further develop your research profile while working under broad supervision.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with academic colleagues and research partners, provide informal mentoring and advice to students, and contribute to the broader academic activities and strategic priorities of the School and Faculty.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct research and scholarly or professional activities independently or as part of a team, contributing to knowledge and advancement within your discipline
• develop and refine independent research skills under the guidance of more senior academic staff
• provide informal mentoring and advice to students within your discipline
• undertake administrative tasks and contribute to Faculty and School meetings
• contribute to a positive workplace culture that values diversity of thought, collaboration, excellence and outcomes
• support and contribute to the University’s and Faculty’s strategic priorities
• undertake other duties and projects appropriate to the classification of the role.

About you

• doctorate or PhD in a relevant field
• expertise in T cell immunology and analyses of transcription factors in CAR T cells would be an advantage
• demonstrated understanding of the relevant subject matter and experience conducting original research and/or scholarly activities
• a developing research profile within your discipline or area of expertise
• experience developing networks with academic, industry and professional partners or stakeholders
• strong research, planning and organisational skills
• effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations
• computer literacy and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au.