An exciting opportunity is currently available for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Centre for Cancer Research at Hudson Institute of Medical Research, Australia's leading Medical Research Institute:

The Postdoctoral Scientist will join the Translational Antigen Discovery Laboratory at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research and contribute to projects focused on the discovery and characterisation of tumour antigens for cancer immunotherapy.

The position will focus on the integration of multi-omics datasets—including transcriptomics, ribosome profiling (Ribo-seq), and immunopeptidomics—to identify canonical and non-canonical peptide antigens presented by HLA molecules in cancer. The successful candidate will work closely with computational and experimental scientists to develop reproducible analysis pipelines, generate sample-specific peptide databases, and support the identification of immunogenic tumour antigens with translational potential.

The role provides an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the interface of cancer biology, bioinformatics, and proteomics, and to support the development of novel precision immunotherapies.

Typical Activities for this role include:

• Contributing to the research program of the laboratory through defined computational and translational research projects
• Developing and implementing bioinformatics pipelines for RNA-seq, Ribo-seq, and immunopeptidomics data integration
• Supporting the identification and prioritisation of tumour antigens derived from canonical and non-canonical open reading frames
• Collaborating with laboratory scientists to integrate proteomics and immunopeptidomics datasets
• Contributing intellectual input to experimental design and computational strategy
• Preparing manuscripts, reports, and presentations of research findings
• Participating in national and international collaborations and conferences
• Supporting supervision and training of students and junior researchers

Qualifications and experience:

• A post-doctoral qualification (PhD)
• 0–4 years post-doctoral research experience in health and medical disciplines
• Experience analysing ribosome profiling sequencing data
• Evidence of publications in peer-reviewed journals in the Ribo seq and immunopeptidomics
• Evidence of other significant research outputs including conference papers, reports, professional or technical contributions which provide evidence of research ability and potential for future development

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

This position is a fixed term contract role in a Full time capacity. Salary is based on Research Staff Classification Level A, dependent on level of experience. Superannuation of 12% and very attractive salary packaging options are available.

HOW TO APPLY?

A position description is available on our careers page https://www.hudson.org.au/careers/ - or see attached below.

If you feel this role is right fit for you, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume, cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses against the Selection Criteria.

Applications will be reviewed as they come through. Only successful applications will be contacted.

ABOUT US

We are a global bioscience medical research leader, Hudson Institute advances healthcare through ground-breaking, collaborative medical research discoveries and their translation into real-world impact. Our research programs deliver in five areas of medical need: Inflammation, Cancer, Reproductive health, Newborn health and Hormones and health. Hudson is a community of researchers, students and professional service staff who work towards achieving discoveries that improve human health. We are driven by our values such as Excellence, Innovation, Partnerships, and Community. We are committed to making a positive difference to the lives of people in Australia and around the world.

We offer:

• A proud family friendly workplace
• Flexible working Arrangements
• Paid parental leave
• Onsite Gym with personal trainers
• Generous salary packaging with significant tax benefits
• Opportunities for Career and Professional Development
• Free Employee Assistance program
• Hudson social club with institute events all year!

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Hudson is committed to empowering our people and harnessing their diversity to build inclusive and equitable work environment. We actively encourage applications from, people with a disability, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people and people with diverse genders and sexualities. We are committed to creating a culturally safe workplace and offering career development and leadership opportunities to First Nations staff and students. We strongly encourage any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

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