Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neurosciences

• Full time, 2 Year Fixed Term Contract position for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Neurosciences

• Exciting opportunity for a recent PhD graduate

• Academic level A + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generations of clinicians, and medical scientists who will be leaders in the healthcare community. Our team of educators and researchers lead internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.

As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will work with Dr Rachel Tan at the Brain and Mind Centre to understand the pathological underpinnings of Motor Neuron Disease and develop measures that will lead to improved patient diagnosis. You will develop and run protocols using multi-omics and histopathological techniques in human biosamples and be part of a lab that prioritises collaboration, openness, respect and encourages innovation. Opportunities exist to develop further research ideas through the supervision of research undergraduate and research postgraduate projects.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments involving many optimisable variables

• work both independently and collaboratively to meet project objectives

• effectively time manage concurrent projects

• process, analyse, and interpret samples/datasets from large cohorts

• publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.

About you

• PhD in a relevant area, such as in neuroscience, histology, or bioinformatics

• expertise in immunohistochemistry, microscopy and advanced image analysis techniques

• experience with omics techniques and downstream bioinformatic processing

• a strong research track-record, with a proven ability to lead studies to completion as evidenced by lead author publications with demonstrated impact

• strong problem-solving skills paired with the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• experience in supervising or mentoring others and coordinating team activities is desirable.

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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all roles required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include, diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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Wednesday 17 July 2024 11:59 PM