Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 15-Sep-2024
- Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
- Salary Package: Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level A), from $84,437 to $113,697 plus 17% employer's superannuation and leave loading
- Developing novel biomarkers aimed at understanding the patho-physiology underlying disabling symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and Dementia with Lewy Bodies.
- Predicting the development of the disease from prodromal populations such as idiopathic REM sleep behaviour disorder.
- Tracking the progression of the disease and generating translational insights from the patho-physiology of these disorders to guide therapeutic targets.
- Working closely with the principal investigators of the program.
- Supervising junior researchers within the laboratory.
- Writing up findings and analyses for submission to high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
- Developing new research ideas with the team.
- Presenting findings at local, national, and international conferences.
- Building and maintaining a reputation for academic excellence.
- PhD in neuroscience, neuro-imaging, physics, biomedical engineering, or related fields.
- Previous experience in neuro-imaging, with functional neuro-imaging being desirable.
- Experience or basic understanding of statistical or programming software/languages such as MATLAB, R, or Python.
- Ability to manage large and complex research projects.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of the research process, including study design and implementation, analysis, reporting, and publication of study findings.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and experience in establishing and maintaining strong relationships internally and externally.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise junior researchers.
- Access to existing datasets comprising clinical, neuro-imaging, neuro-psychological and physiological variables.
- Access to larger datasets derived from extensive international collaborative networks.
- Research and clinical mentorship from internationally recognized leaders in the field.
- Role Enquiries: Professor Simon Lewis, simon.lewis@mq.edu.au
- If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Location: Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 26 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R000016474
SALARY PACKAGE: Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level A), from $84,437 to $113,697 plus 17% employer's superannuation and leave loading
APPOINTMENT TYPE: Full-time (1.0 FTE) fixed-term position for two years
LOCATION: Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde)
THE ROLE
The world-leading Parkinson's and Related Diseases Research Group based at Macquarie University has an exciting opportunity for a post-doctoral candidate with neuro-imaging expertise to work closely with the team on a range of funded projects. In this role, you will be developing novel biomarkers aimed at understanding the patho-physiology underlying disabling symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and Dementia with Lewy Bodies, such as hallucinations, freezing of gait, cognitive fluctuations, and sleep disturbance; predicting the development of the disease from prodromal populations such as idiopathic REM sleep behaviour disorder. You will be tracking the progression of the disease, and generating translational insights from the patho-physiology of these disorders to guide therapeutic targets.
As part of this role, you will have the unique opportunity to receive research and clinical mentorship from internationally recognized leaders in the field. You will also gain access to existing datasets comprising clinical, neuro-imaging, neuro-psychological and physiological variables, as well as to larger datasets derived from extensive international collaborative networks.
The successful applicant will have a range of responsibilities, including working closely with the principal investigators of the program, supervising junior researchers within the laboratory, writing up findings and analyses for submission to high-impact peer-reviewed journals, developing new research ideas with the team, presenting findings at local national and international conferences, and building and maintaining a reputation for academic excellence.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
- A PhD in neuroscience, neuro-imaging, physics, biomedical engineering, or related fields.
- Previous experience in neuro-imaging, with functional neuro-imaging being desirable.
- Experience or basic understanding of statistical or programming software/languages such as MATLAB, R, or Python.
- Ability to manage large and complex research projects.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of the research process, including study design and implementation, analysis, reporting, and publication of study findings.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and experience in establishing and maintaining strong relationships internally and externally.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise junior researchers.
ABOUT US
The Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University is at the forefront of progressive thinking, addressing major national and global issues. Part of MQ Health, it integrates Macquarie University Hospital with primary and specialty clinics. Our active research programs include neurosciences, cancer medicine, and vascular science.
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TO APPLY
To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate (2-page maximum) cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria:
ESSENTIAL:
- A PhD in a relevant discipline such as neuroscience, neuroimaging, physics, biomedical engineering, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience in neuroimaging, with functional neuroimaging being desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of the research process, including study design and implementation, analysis, reporting, and publication of study findings.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise junior researchers.
- Ability to manage large and complex research projects.
DESIRABLE:
- Demonstrated experience or basic understanding of statistical or programming software/languages such as MATLAB, R, or Python.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and experience establishing and maintaining strong internal and external relationships.
Role Enquiries: Professor Simon Lewis, simon.lewis@mq.edu.au
Applications Close: Sunday, 15 September 2024
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close: 15/09/2024 11:59 PM
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