Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Neurobiology & Neurodegeneration
The University of Queensland St Lucia Campus- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 22-Sep-2024
- St Lucia Campus
- Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
- Conduct and analyse research on Alzheimer's disease, contribute to quality research outputs, and seek competitive funding.
- Co-supervise and support research students, develop research group skills, and manage research staff effectively.
- Demonstrate citizenship aligned with UQ values, collaborate on group activities, and support academic and administrative tasks as needed.
- Completion or near completion of a PhD in the discipline area of molecular and cellular biology or a related biological discipline.
- Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals.
- Experience with primary neuronal cultures.
- Experience in molecular biology and biochemical techniques including cloning, mutagenesis, lentiviral vector preparation and transduction, PCR, qPCR, etc.
- Experience in advanced imaging techniques, such as super-resolution microscopy, is desirable.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and independently, with strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Experience or familiarity with omics approaches.
- Access to world-class facilities and equipment.
- Grant writing support and greater research funding opportunities.
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times.
- Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, mandatory immunisations.
- It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.
- You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Neurobiology & Neurodegeneration
Locations: St Lucia Campus
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 7 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-41679
School of Biomedical Sciences
Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 12 months with the possibility of an extension.
Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A).
Based at our St Lucia campus.
About This Opportunity
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work with Dr Pranesh Padmanabhan at the University of Queensland (UQ), within the School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) in the Faculty of Medicine and the Clem Jones Centre for Ageing Dementia Centre (CJCDAR) at the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI). This position is supported by an ARC Discovery Project Grant (2024 - 2027).
This Postdoctoral Research Fellow will use neuronal cultures, advanced imaging, and biochemical techniques to study the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying brain cell communication, as well as Alzheimer’s disease. There will be plenty of opportunities to develop interdisciplinary skills, co-supervise students, and apply for external grants and fellowships.
The team has access to SBMS and QBI’s state-of-the-art super-resolution microscopy, animal experimentation, and computing facilities. The team is well-funded by NHMRC and ARC grants and benefits from an extensive network of collaborators, including Prof Jürgen Götz (CJCDAR director), A/Prof Victor Anggono (CJCDAR), and Dr Rajat Desikan (GSK, UK).
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct and analyse research on Alzheimer's disease, contribute to quality research outputs, and seek competitive funding.
- Co-supervise and support research students, develop research group skills, and manage research staff effectively.
- Demonstrate citizenship aligned with UQ values, collaborate on group activities, and support academic and administrative tasks as needed.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
- Completion or near completion of a PhD in the discipline area of molecular and cellular biology or a related biological discipline.
- Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals.
- Experience with primary neuronal cultures.
- Experience in molecular biology and biochemical techniques including cloning, mutagenesis, lentiviral vector preparation and transduction, PCR, qPCR, etc.
- Experience in advanced imaging techniques, such as super-resolution microscopy, is desirable.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and independently, with strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Experience or familiarity with omics approaches.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, mandatory immunisations.
Mandatory Immunisations:
It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.
Work Rights:
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Pranesh Padmanabhan.
For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Responses to the ‘About You’ section
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Sunday, September 22nd 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-41679). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Friday, 4th October 2024.
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