Research Assistant/Post Doctoral Scientist Positions

Phylogica Limited is an emerging biotechnology company developing innovative, cost-effective protein-based therapeutics.  The company is applying its proprietary Phylomer^® drug discovery platform to develop novel peptide-based therapies for treatment of many clinically important human diseases. Phylogica is listed on the ASX (PYC) and is based in Perth, Western Australia.

We are seeking 4 highly motivated Research Assistants/ Post Doctoral Scientists with broad experience in Molecular Biology and Protein Analysis.  Successful applicants will have experience and knowledge in DNA manipulation, protein expression and purification techniques Experience in the fields of molecular biology and protein engineering and demonstrated skills with genetic screening methods for analysis of protein/peptide interactions (phage display, yeast two hybrid) would be highly advantageous.

The successful applicants would be part of young and dynamic research team working on stimulating projects at the cutting edge of research.  The company will negotiate competitive salary packages with successful applicants.

Applications close 20^th January, 2010.

For further information please contact Dr Richard Hopkins (richardh@phylogica.com) on (08) 9489 7855 Applications should include a statement addressing the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees and be forwarded to: Julia Emmerson, Human Resources Manager, Telethon Institute for Child Health Research, PO Box 855, West Perth, WA, 6872. Selection criteria can be obtained by contacting reception (Ph: 9489 7777; email: reception@ichr.uwa.edu.au.)