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Molecular Imaging Scientist

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The Centre for Advanced Imaging (CAI)

The Centre for Advanced Imaging (CAI) is a strategic initiative of The University of Queensland, reflecting the growth in biotechnology, biomedical and materials research requiring advanced imaging capabilities.  As a leading imaging research facility in Australia, and one of a handful in the world, CAI brings together the skills of a critical mass of researchers and 'state-of-the-art', world- or Australian-first research imaging instruments. NMR, EPR, MRI, PET, CT and optical imaging are now key platform research technologies for studying the structure and function of biomolecules and living organisms, from proteins to the human.

CAI conducts research across the spectrum from development of new imaging technologies, analysis of molecular structure, synthesis of MRI and PET biomarkers targeting fundamental biological processes to studies of major diseases, such as neurodegenerative disorders, cancer and cardiovascular disease, affecting a range of organ systems. 

Further details on the Centre for Advanced imaging and the research interests of its staff can be found on CAI's website http://www.cai.uq.edu.au/.

 

Herston Imaging Research Facility

The Herston Imaging Research Facility was constructed as an annex to The University of Queensland's Centre for Clinical Research (UQCCR) at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH) and opened in December 2015. It is a partnership between The University of Queensland, Metro North Health and Hospital Service, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute and Queensland University of Technology (QUT). HIRF's imaging platform comprises the Siemens MAGNETOM Prisma 3T MRI, the Siemens Biograph mMR (MRI-PET) and the Siemens Biograph mCT (PET-CT).

 

The UQ Centre for Clinical Research

The UQ Centre for Clinical Research (UQCCR) is a $70million dollar purpose-built translational facility sponsored by Atlantic Philanthropies, the Queensland Government (Smart State funding) and The University of Queensland. UQCCR is located at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital site, Herston, Brisbane and includes a 16 room, outpatient clinical floor that is contiguous with HIRF; 3000 m2 of PC2 laboratories over 5 floors and NATA accredited Centre for Clinical Diagnostics.  This site also houses the largest teaching hospital in Australia (RBWH), QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, and a significant Faculty of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences presence, including the School of Medicine and Public Health. .Further information on the Centre can be found at www.uqccr.uq.edu.au.

 

The role

The successful appointee will be responsible for undertaking collaborative clinical research in molecular imaging at the Centre for Advanced Imaging and at the Herston Imaging Research Facility. They will be primarily based a UQCCR, but is expected to perform research at both facilities.  They will support the development of the molecular imaging research program across HIRF, UQCCR and CAI and engage with hospital-based imaging facilities.  In addition, they will perform administrative, teaching, postgraduate supervision and other activities associated with CAI and HIRF as directed.

 

The person

Applicants should possess a PhD in a field relevant to molecular imaging. Ideally the successful applicant will have demonstrated expert knowledge in the area of human and clinical molecular imaging research with PET ligands; demonstrated supervisory skills at postgraduate levels; evidence of an established contribution to research, including peer-reviewed publications and successful external grant applications; and developed industry and clinical partnerships. Experience in liaising and collaborating with external agencies, including hospitals, to develop co-operative research initiatives is desirable.

 

Remuneration

This is a full-time, Fixed Term appointment for five years at Research Focused Academic Level C or D depending on level of qualifications and experience.

The remuneration package for Research Focused Academic Level C will be in the range $109,586.85 - $126,360.11 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $128,216.61 - $147,841.33 p.a.).

The remuneration package for Research Focused Academic Level D will be in the range $131,951.19 - $145,370.30 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $154,382.89 - $170,083.25 p.a.).

 

Position Description

 Download File 498985_3034677 - Molecular Imaging Scientist.docx

 

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor David Reutens on +61 7 336 54237 or d.reutens@uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

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Important: Please do not send your application directly to the person listed in the enquiries section of the advertisement. Applications not received via UQ Jobs online system will not be considered.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job, or the ability to attain Australian work rights.

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