Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: $44,000 - $64,000
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 6548
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Postdoctoral Researcher
Fixed Term, Part Time Role
• Fixed term, Two-Year Contract
• 45.6 hours per fortnight
• Reporting to A/Prof Laura Forrest
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and organised Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Psychosocial Cancer Genomics Research Team, led by Associate Professor Laura Forrest. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing our cancer genomics health services and implementation science research program, contributing to impactful, patient-centred genomic research.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
• A PhD focused on a health services research or implementation science topic within genomics.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and supportive research environment within the Parkville Familial Cancer Centre at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
How to Apply
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter and a document with responses to the selection criteria to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.
Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Laura Forrest
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03 855 96191
Applications Close: 11:59PM Monday 24 November 2025
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
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WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.