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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Institute for Molecular Bioscience

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
Australia
Closing date
Feb 15, 2019

Job Details

Institute for Molecular Bioscience

The Institute is one of Australia's leading biosciences research institutes and is located in thriving Brisbane, ranked as one of the world's most vibrant and liveable cities. It is home to more than 450 researchers, postgraduate students and support staff from more than 40 countries who work in partnership with their academic, industry and clinical colleagues around the world to advance knowledge in areas including pain, rare diseases, inflammation, superbug infection, cardiovascular disease, environmental research, drug discovery, cancer, diabetes, and reproductive health. The institute also has the capacity to translate new knowledge into drugs, diagnostics and technologies to prevent, detect and treat disease; and pursue opportunities in a range of biotechnology applications for health, industry and the environment.

Details of the research interests of the Institute may be accessed on the Institute's website at: https://imb.uq.edu.au/

The Institute recognises and values equity and diversity, and encourages applications from any individual who meets the requirements of this position irrespective of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, age or other protected attributes.

IMB strives to provide an inclusive working environment, and along with the University is committed to supporting staff with family and caring responsibilities by providing policies, programs and initiatives to help balance work and family responsibilities.

Specific initiatives at IMB can be found at (https://imb.uq.edu.au/about/equity-and-diversity-imb)

The role

We are working on an Australian Research Council funded collaborative project in exciting, cutting edge research using advanced live cell imaging and developing machine learning, AI and VR for image analysis of large image data sets. The appointee will lead a project seeking to characterize cell surface features on mammalian cells with key roles in immunity and cancer. The appointee will transfect cells and prepare them for laser imaging, be trained to use the latest microscopes and be involved in ongoing development of microscopy, computing and image collection and processing. The cell biology and imaging will be based in the laboratory of Professor Jennifer Stow, and the appointee will work closely with members of Dr Nick Hamilton's research group who are developing machine learning, artificial intelligence and virtual reality approaches for analysing microscopy imaging. In conjunction with other UQ facilities and our collaborators overseas, IMB is equipped with the very latest technologies for imaging and big image data analysis. The appointee will be developing valuable career skills and experience in an exciting, rapidly growing technological and research sector. You will have access to a dedicated local support network, global research and industry connections and the opportunity to publish high-profile findings. Involvement in applications for research funding, supervision of higher degree research students and active participation in conferences are anticipated.

The person

Applicants must hold a PhD in cell biology, biochemistry immunology, laser physics or a related field and demonstrate expert knowledge in a relevant area. Applicants should have skills in microscopy and cell imaging and some familiarity with laboratory research on cells.  Within the role, applicants would be trained to an expert level in microscopy and imaging.  Additional skills in computing and image analysis would be an advantage.  Applicants should also have a strong desire to gain career momentum through high impact research and industry partnerships, have good general research skills, good writing skills and the capacity to work within multidisciplinary research teams.

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.  

This role is a full-time position; however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for 2 years at Academic level A. The remuneration package will be in the range $83,295- $89,285 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $97,456- $104,464 p.a.).

Position Description

PD_5068828_PostdoctoralResearchFellow.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor Jenny Stow on j.stow@imb.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.

For information on completing the application process click here.

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