About the role
Mater Research is seeking a motivated and skilled Research Officer to join the Cancer Immunotherapies Group at the Translational Research Institute in South Brisbane. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer immunology research focused on understanding human cDC1 dendritic cell and tumour interactions to enhance immune responses. Join a dynamic team led by Professor Kristen Radford and make a meaningful impact on innovative immunotherapeutic strategies.
Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
You will design, execute, and coordinate research studies investigating dendritic cell biology in cancer. Your role includes processing and analysing experimental data, developing new methodologies, and contributing to scientific publications and grant applications. You will also collaborate with colleagues and supervise junior staff and students to support the smooth operation of the laboratory environment.
About you
To be considered successful for this position you should have:
- A PhD in a relevant field such as immunology or cancer biology
- Proven experience in molecular biology techniques (e.g., mRNA analysis, CRISPR screens, lentivirus transduction)
- Proficiency in bioinformatics and multi-omics data analysis pipelines
- Hands-on experience with primary human immune cell culture and immunological assays
- Excellent communication skills demonstrated through publications and presentations
- Ability to mentor junior staff and work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Competency with digital tools including Microsoft Office, statistical software, EndNote, and NCBI resources
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Applications close at midnight on the 30th of January, 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
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