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Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, Parkville, Melbourne, Australia
Scientists in the Colon Molecular and Cell Biology Laboratory at the Melbourne Branch of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research (LICR) in Parkville are using developmental genetic studies in zebrafish to identify pathways involved in colon cancer. The focus of our research is to analyse the function of genes that we have shown to be indispensable for normal intestinal development in zebrafish.
We hypothesise that the aberrant expression of these genes will perturb the behaviour of the intestinal epithelium in adults and contribute to colon tumour development. A number of in vivo and in vitro approaches are envisaged to explore the biological activities of the gene products and to analyse the genetic pathways in which they participate. The scope of the research will also take advantage of the existing capability in our laboratory to undertake conditional reverse genetic experiments in mice. This is a long-term study funded by the NHMRC, Australia.
The position would suit a Post-doctoral scientist, with up to three years experience, with an excellent track record in cell biology, developmental biology and/or genetics. However, Senior Research Officers with appropriate qualifications and extensive experience in relevant scientific areas will also be considered. We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic and committed scientist with excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills and an advanced ability to initiate and drive new areas of research in the laboratory. This is a substantial position with the possibility of supervising staff and students in the future.
Further information about this position, including a position description, is available on our website www.ludwig.edu.au. Please direct queries to A/Prof Joan Heath (Ph +61 (3) 9341 3155, email joan.heath@ludwig.edu.au). Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and the position is available for a three year fixed term. To apply please forward your curriculum vitae, including contact details of referees, clearly quoting position reference 39/2008 to the Human Resources Manager, Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, PO Box 2008, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville, Vic 3050, Australia, or by e-mail to jobs@ludwig.edu.au
Closing date for applications: 3rd March 2008
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