Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neurobiology (Macquarie University Department of Biological Sciences)

The Role We are seeking a motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Research Fellow with a background in neurosciences and/or neurodegenerative diseases, preferably including motor neuron disease (also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment Team, located within the MND Research Centre at Macquarie University conducts research investigating novel treatments for neurodegenerative diseases such as motor neuron disease, particularly through the use of zebrafish and cell culture models of the disease. You will be involved in the design, running and execution of experiments investigating the mechanisms and potential treatment of motor neuron disease. You will perform and oversee work relating to the development and use of transgenic zebrafish models of MND, including molecular biology, confocal microscopy, behavioural testing, drug administration, Western blotting and immunohistochemistry. The study may also involve cell culture studies. Successful candidates will perform their own data analysis and contribute to the preparation of scholarly publications. About You You will be a talented and organised researcher who takes initiative when completing research project tasks with a focus on identifying and developing improvements to existing work techniques. You will enjoy working both independently and as part of a team and will be able and actively participate in group analysis work and hold oversight of laboratory activities. You will have excellent accuracy and quality when completing tasks. You will also have knowledge of and be competent in the MS Office Suite, data management and statistical analysis packages. About Us The MND research Centre (>70 staff working on MND) is well integrated into the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Department of Biomedical Sciences, has established state-of-the-art research facilities and offers outstanding development options including an active Early Career Researcher support network (‘EnCouRage’). The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences has active research programs in biomedical, translational and health services domains, with current areas of strength including neurosciences (especially motor neuron disease, neurological rehabilitation, and the clinical neuroscience of pain), cancer medicine, and vascular science, amongst others. The Faculty hosts the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, an internationally acclaimed powerhouse researching health systems, e-health, and patient safety. In learning and teaching, the Faculty offers a unique suite of capability-based medical educational programs aimed a post-graduation subspecialty medical education and training, and a unique three-year extended masters-level, professional-entry Doctor of Physiotherapy degree. Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today. To Apply To be considered for this position applicants are asked to provide a cover letter addressing the selection criteria below and attach their curriculum vitae (including contact information for 2-3 references) as part of the application process. A PhD in medical science or related disciplines and experience conducting research. Demonstrated record in contributing to research projects including planning and conducting experiments. Strong background in neurosciences. Demonstrated experience in (confocal) microscopy and related imaging techniques Experience in molecular biology techniques including DNA cloning, DNA construct assembly, PCR, gel electrophoresis, in vitro mRNA production, western blotting and immunofluorescence. Ideally experience in zebrafish experiments including embryo injection, protein lysate preparation, behavioural assessment and general fish husbandry. Recognised contributions to the preparation and analysis of research data, drafting reports and manuscripts for presentation and publication and deliver presentations at conferences and meetings, relative to experience. Project management skills including the ability to prioritise different work demands. Ability to liaise effectively with different stakeholder groups (including Faculty Administrators, Faculty Laboratory operations team, Staff and students). Ability to apply theoretical and experimental knowledge to modify, adapt and implement changes to existing techniques. Specific Role Enquiries: Senior Research Fellow, Dr Angela Laird at angela.laird@mq.edu.au General Enquiries: Gurnoor Dhillon, HR Administrator at gurnoor.dhillon@mq.edu.au Applications Close: Sunday, 22 September 2019 at 11:55pm If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Research Fellow with a background in neurosciences and/or neurodegenerative diseases, preferably including motor neuron disease (also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment Team, located within the MND Research Centre at Macquarie University conducts research investigating novel treatments for neurodegenerative diseases such as motor neuron disease, particularly through the use of zebrafish and cell culture models of the disease. You will be involved in the design, running and execution of experiments investigating the mechanisms and potential treatment of motor neuron disease. You will perform and oversee work relating to the development and use of transgenic zebrafish models of MND, including molecular biology, confocal microscopy, behavioural testing, drug administration, Western blotting and immunohistochemistry. The study may also involve cell culture studies. Successful candidates will perform their own data analysis and contribute to the preparation of scholarly publications.

About You

You will be a talented and organised researcher who takes initiative when completing research project tasks with a focus on identifying and developing improvements to existing work techniques. You will enjoy working both independently and as part of a team and will be able and actively participate in group analysis work and hold oversight of laboratory activities. You will have excellent accuracy and quality when completing tasks. You will also have knowledge of and be competent in the MS Office Suite, data management and statistical analysis packages.

About Us

The MND research Centre (>70 staff working on MND) is well integrated into the Faculty of Health Sciences and the Department of Biomedical Sciences, has established state-of-the-art research facilities and offers outstanding development options including an active Early Career Researcher support network (‘EnCouRage’).

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences has active research programs in biomedical, translational and health services domains, with current areas of strength including neurosciences (especially motor neuron disease, neurological rehabilitation, and the clinical neuroscience of pain), cancer medicine, and vascular science, amongst others. The Faculty hosts the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, an internationally acclaimed powerhouse researching health systems, e-health, and patient safety. In learning and teaching, the Faculty offers a unique suite of capability-based medical educational programs aimed a post-graduation subspecialty medical education and training, and a unique three-year extended masters-level, professional-entry Doctor of Physiotherapy degree.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

To Apply

To be considered for this position applicants are asked to provide a cover letter addressing the selection criteria below and attach their curriculum vitae (including contact information for 2-3 references) as part of the application process.

A PhD in medical science or related disciplines and experience conducting research.
Demonstrated record in contributing to research projects including planning and conducting experiments.
Strong background in neurosciences.
Demonstrated experience in (confocal) microscopy and related imaging techniques

Experience in molecular biology techniques including DNA cloning, DNA construct assembly, PCR, gel electrophoresis, in vitro mRNA production, western blotting and immunofluorescence.
Ideally experience in zebrafish experiments including embryo injection, protein lysate preparation, behavioural assessment and general fish husbandry.

Recognised contributions to the preparation and analysis of research data, drafting reports and manuscripts for presentation and publication and deliver presentations at conferences and meetings, relative to experience.

Project management skills including the ability to prioritise different work demands.

Ability to liaise effectively with different stakeholder groups (including Faculty Administrators, Faculty Laboratory operations team, Staff and students).

Ability to apply theoretical and experimental knowledge to modify, adapt and implement changes to existing techniques.
Specific Role Enquiries: Senior Research Fellow, Dr Angela Laird at angela.laird@mq.edu.au

General Enquiries: Gurnoor Dhillon, HR Administrator at gurnoor.dhillon@mq.edu.au

Applications Close: Sunday, 22 September 2019 at 11:55pm

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

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