Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Responsibilities
Coordinates aspects of cell and organoid culture, analysis and general lab maintenance
Assists in the design of research studies, under supervision of senior staff
Applies and/or instructs others on the application of advanced or specialist or technical research skills or processes
Assists in the conduct of major or complex experiments, tasks or programs
Troubleshoots issues with scientific/technical equipment
Undertakes maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment
Contributes to the safe and efficient operation of research equipment, infrastructure, methodologies and protocols
Ensures the appropriate storage, handling and disposal of chemicals, equipment, stores and/or samples/specimens
Assists with drafting research documentation, including ethics and funding applications
Undertakes literature searches and reviews
Assists with routine team administration
Assists with preparing reports, graphs, figures and presentations on research outcomes at different stages of the research cycle outcomes
Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor
Requirements
Completion of a degree level qualification in cell biology and/or molecular biology; or completion of a Diploma with relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
Excellent practical research skills and experience in relevant research methodology or techniques required for this body of research
Experience using iPSC cell culture, organoid biology, immunohistochemistry, q-PCR, western blotting, molecular biology
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
Ability to work independently on routine procedures
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Well-organised, methodical and self-motivated
Previous experience in a similar role would be considered favourably
Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Salary packaging options
Notes
This position is being readvertised and previous applicants need not reapply.
Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for September.
Conduct original research to advance gene annotations, characterise gene functions, and decipher regulatory mechanisms in almond and mango crops.
Collaborate with breeders and academic institutions to develop molecular markers and precision breeding techniques.
Communicate research findings at scientific meetings and publish in high-impact journals.
Provide research updates to funders, breeders, growers, and other stakeholders.
Contribute to teaching and co-supervise students.
Requirements
Ph.D. degree or equivalent professional experience in a research field related to molecular plant molecular biology, genetics, genomics and/or biochemistry.
Expertise in plant genomics, genetic manipulation, molecular biology, cellular biochemistry, tissue culture, and bioinformatics.
Skilled in metabolome, transcriptome, methylome, and epigenomic analyses metabolite extractions to statistical and graphic data output.
Adept at managing data and ensuring reproducible research with strong statistical foundations.
Ability to prepare milestone reports and write manuscripts for publication.
Benefits
Tailored career mentoring plan.
Opportunity to contribute to teaching.
Travel to other locations for research collaboration.
Notes
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.
Only applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia)Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Closing date:
08-Sep-2024
Expired
Dates
Opening Date: 16-Aug-2024
Closing Date: 08-Sep-2024
Location
Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
Salary
From $84,437 - $113,697 (Level A) p.a., plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
Responsibilities
Conduct research in molecular biology and neurodegenerative disease research.
Work closely with the Neuroimaging team and the wider Motor Neuron Disease Research Teams.
Contribute to research projects funded by FightMND and ARC.
Assist in identifying new mechanisms of disease and development of new therapies for MND/dementia.
Utilize zebrafish as a model system and advanced microscopy workflows to characterize disease processes.
Requirements
A PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, molecular neuroscience or related disciplines.
Demonstrated record in contributing to research projects including planning and conducting experiments, analysis of data, and problem-solving.
Strong background in cell biology, microscopy, and/or molecular neuroscience.
Experience in cell biology or animal biology techniques such as cell culture maintenance, animal handling, confocal microscopy, cloning, transfections and transductions, western blotting, immunofluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry and/or immunoprecipitations.
Experience with zebrafish or other live-imaging approaches (desired).
Experience with in-vivo experimental models, proteomics, mass spectrometry (desired).
Recognised contributions to the preparation and analysis of research data, drafting reports and manuscripts for presentation and publication.
Ability to work effectively within a team.
Benefits
Full-time, fixed term position for 1 year with the possibility of extension.
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
Outstanding development options including an active Early Career Researcher support network.
Notes
Specific role requires qualification checks.
Contact for specific role enquiries: A/Prof. Marco Morsch at marco.morsch@mq.edu.au.
General enquiries: Jasmine Xia, HR Administrator at jasmine.xia@mq.edu.au.
Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
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.
Requirements
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.
Benefits
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
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.
Base salary will be in the range $89,861.38 - $96,402.32 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct high quality laboratory work within an established research group focusing on vaccine development
Undertakes advanced elements of research, in accordance with the scientific/research discipline of molecular biology, biotechnology and immunology.
Thorough recording of results using an electronic lab book format
Standard procedures involving laboratory mice including immunisations, blood draws and sacrifice
Ensures a high standard of research housekeeping, waste disposal, sample storage, and chemical/specimen/sample inventory management.
Assists with developing a proactive safety culture and implements continuous improvement.
Assists with the development of research/analytical protocols.
Performs standard maintenance of instruments/equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Ensures compliance with approved ethics protocols.
Contributes to research outputs, joint preparation, and authorship of reports/manuscripts.
Records and documents outcomes from experiments.
Assists with designing complex research studies.
Other duties, as reasonable directed by the supervisor.
Requirements
Completion of a relevant degree in microbiology, immunology, molecular biology or related field with subsequent experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
Demonstrated experience with the general techniques of molecular biology including cloning, protein expression, purification, ELISA and mammalian cell culture
Experience in animal handling and research involving animals
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
Ability to take instructions and receive feedback in a fast paced and high pressure environment.
Well organised with thorough attention to detail in the recording of research methods and results
Commitment to upholding the University’s values, and with the outstanding personal qualities of openness, respectfulness and integrity
Detailed knowledge of legislative requirements and operating procedures for major areas of research and scientific safety such as quarantine procedures, waste disposal, labelling and risk assessment.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc.
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
Salary packaging options
Notes
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Keith Chappell – k.chappell@uq.edu.au
For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (R-42337) in the subject line.
Applications close 10 September 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-42337). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for September.