Postdoctoral Research Fellow - School of Biomedical Sciences

The School of Biomedical Sciences

The School of Biomedical Sciences is a distinguished centre for teaching and research in the academic disciplines of Anatomy, Developmental Biology, Physiology, Pharmacology and Pathology. The School has over 40 full-time research and teaching staff and is one of the largest Schools of this type in Australia. It plays a vital function at UQ in serving as the link between the activities of research only UQ institutes (Queensland Brain Institute (QBI), Institute of Molecular Bioscience (IMB), Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) and the broader research goal of translating research into clinical practice.  Our diverse and state-of-the-art research provides an exciting environment for national and international research fellows and higher degree students. Details of the research interests of academic staff may be accessed on the school’s web site at http://www.uq.edu.au/sbms/ 

In addition to its graduate research programs, the School teaches into the postgraduate medical program (MD), and to undergraduate students in a wide variety of courses in Science, and Health and Behavioural Sciences.

The role

The successful applicant will conduct high impact research on the biology of microglia and other myeloid cells in models of  brain development, ageing and injury. The overarching aim of this research will be to explore novel immunomodulatory interventions, and to discover new molecular targets to regulate myeloid cell function. The successful applicant will be encouraged to apply for her/his own funding but have access to ongoing research support and world-class facilities. They will become part of an outstanding research environment that is focused on advancing our understanding of complex neurological conditions and translating basic research findings into better health outcomes.

The person

As the successful applicant, you should hold the required qualification(s) and research skills in the relevant disciplines (see Position Description). You should also have a strong desire to develop a highly successful and productive research career in the biomedical sciences, good general research skills, a strong methodological background, excellent analytic and statistical skills, very good writing abilities, and the capacity to work with multidisciplinary research teams.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, two year fixed term appointment at Academic level A. The remuneration package will be in the range $81,545 - $87,535 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $95,407- $102,415 p.a.).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Jana Vukovic on +61 7 336 52818 or j.vukovic@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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