Post Doctoral Research Fellow – Drug Discovery Chemist
Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Dates
- Opening Date: 26-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 08-Sep-2024
Location
- Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Salary
- Salary Package: From $106,089 - $113,697 (PhD, Level A, Step 6 - 8) p.a., plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
- Drive a FightMND funded project aiming to develop diagnostic and therapeutic agents for Motor Neuron Disease (MND).
- Develop peptides as radiotracers for the diagnosis of MND in human trials.
- Integrate with ongoing research of the Dementia Research Centre using peptides for the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
- Plan and execute experiments independently, analyze data, and report findings.
- Present data at scientific conferences and prepare manuscripts for publication.
- Contribute to grant and fellowship applications to support the research program.
- Develop new peptide sequences to target misfolding proteins associated with MND.
- Functionalize peptides for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
- Develop a positron emission tomography (PET) radioligand for MND diagnosis and staging.
- Perform pre-clinical validation of agents in cell culture and MND mouse models.
Requirements
- PhD in Science in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Drug Discovery, Neuroscience or related fields; ideally with prior experience in peptide chemistry.
- Proven experience in chemical synthesis, such as organic synthesis, medicinal Chemistry, peptide Chemistry, and/or radiochemistry.
- Proven experience in analytical techniques, such as HPLC, LCMS, and NMR.
- Proven experience in functional characterization of novel chemical agents in cellular assays.
- Proven experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques.
- Proven experience with handling laboratory animals and preclinical imaging.
- Strong record of contributions to peer-reviewed publications and research excellence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to conduct research independently and as part of a team.
- Computer skills including MS Office, research and database management, and research software.
Benefits
- 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.
- Opportunities for contributing to teaching and organizational committees.
- Supportive mentoring program for career development.
Notes
- This position requires criminal record and qualifications checking.
- This position is not available for visa sponsorship; the successful applicant must have work rights in Australia.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Molecular Biologist, Drug Discovery)
The University of Queensland St Lucia Campus
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 30-Sep-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
Responsibilities
- Establish a research program and collaborate on research projects.
- Seek and manage research funding.
- Publish in reputable journals.
- Utilise best practice research methodologies.
- Participate in project discussions.
- Supervise students and manage employees.
- Provide performance feedback and training.
- Resolve conflicts and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.
- Develop partnerships and demonstrate leadership through mentoring.
- Engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, and provide support to colleagues.
Requirements
- Completion of a PhD in fields relating to molecular biology.
- Strong experience with molecular biology and biochemistry techniques, including PCR, cloning, and recombinant protein expression.
- Knowledge of and experience with recombinant display libraries (e.g., phage, yeast and/or mRNA display).
- Experience with cell biology techniques, including cell culturing and flow cytometry, is considered favourably.
- Experience with peptides is considered favourably.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and independently on research projects.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
- Successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia.
Benefits
- Up to 12 months fixed-term position.
- 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.
Notes
- Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.
- Relocation support package is available for those relocating from interstate or overseas.
- Applications will be reviewed as received and candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date.