Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Queensland Brain Institute

The Queensland Brain Institute works to understand the development, organisation and function of the brain. We aim to understand the neural circuits in the brain, how their function results in behavioural outcomes, and how dysfunction of these circuits leads to disorders such as dementia, Parkinson’s disease and schizophrenia. We aim to (1) Develop novel therapeutic approaches to treat disorders of neural function and (2) Use our understanding of brain function to improve learning in classrooms and in the workplace.

Established in 2003, QBI (www.qbi.uq.edu.au ) is housed on the St Lucia campus of UQ. It is home to more than 450 staff and students, including 41 group leaders.

Over the past decade QBI has become known as one of the world’s leading neuroscience research institutes. It played a key role in contributing to UQ attaining the highest possible score of 5 for neuroscience, in both the 2010, 2012, and 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) reviews, one of only two universities in Australia to achieve this.

The role

The successful candidate will investigate novel mechanisms to reduce cell death following stroke, with a focus on adult neurogenesis. This project will employ multifaceted approaches including stereotaxic surgery, behavioural testing, cell culture and molecular analyses.

The person

Applicants must have a PhD in the area of neuroscience or a relevant discipline. The successful applicant will ideally have a good knowledge of the field of adult neurogenesis, with prior experience in animal handling including stereotaxic surgery and behavioural analysis, primary cell culture, flow cytometry, histology, microscopy and molecular biology. You will have a strong desire to make important scientific discoveries, to build new research directions and to apply your expertise and develop new skills to advance our research goals. Applicants will also have demonstrated ability to bring research to publication, excellent organisational and time management skills as well as a high level of written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University’s Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment at Academic Research 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 - $102,416 p.a.).

Position Description

 504775_Postdoctoral Research Fellow.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Dr Tara Walker via email t.walker1@uq.edu.au

For information on completing the application process click here.

Reference: 504775