AddressTHE HEART RESEARCH INSTITUTE (HRI) is an internationally recognised Medical Research Institute that performs ground-breaking cardiovascular research from our state-of-the-art facilities located in Newtown. For over 20 years, The HRI has been one of Australia's leading research organisations working to detect, prevent and treat heart disease. Through our research, The HRI has made significant findings that have changed the way we live with and treat cardiovascular disease.
The Microvascular Research Group focuses on how redox species regulate arterial tone, structure and signaling. We take a multidisciplinary approach (arterial physiology, electrophysiology, cell molecular biology, analytical biochemistry, confocal microscopy) to answer important questions concerning how disease impacts small resistance arteries. Following on from our Nature 2019. 566; p548, and Nat Commun 2021. 12; 6626 publications we are detailing the precise signaling mechanisms involved in the effects of the newly discovered tryptophan derived hydroperoxide (cis-WOOH). Our research goal is to make fundamental discoveries in “how arteries work” to make meaningful impacts on diseases that affect blood pressure.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in either arterial physiology or cardiovascular electrophysiology. Additional experience in cell molecular biology, analytical biochemistry and high-end imaging would be desirable. The successful candidate will be well motivated, driven and expected to contribute to the research program by assisting in the conduct and design of experiments, supervision of students, preparation of written documents, animal management support, lab management, and maintaining occupational health and safety standards.
We offer:
- Outstanding opportunity to work in a world-class research and education precinct
- A competitive remuneration package along with salary-packaging options
- Real work-life balance and a friendly, flexible and productive team environment
- Convenient location in Newtown, close to the University of Sydney and RPA Hospital
Essential criteria – you will have:
- Expertise in Microvascular Physiology and associated techniques
- A PhD in biological, physiological, or pharmacological fields
- Previous high impact publications
- Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Highly motivated with a capacity for independent work
Desirable criteria– you will have:
- A good understanding of redox biochemistry
- Live or fixed imaging using confocal microscopy
The position is full-time, and the appointment period is initially for 3 years with the possibility of renewal.
How to apply:
Your application should include (a) a cover letter addressing the essential criteria and (b) detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
Closing Date: Applications close: 30th June 2024
WE OFFER:
- A friendly, flexible and productive team environment
- Real work-life balance with some scope for working from home
- A convenient location in the heart of Newtown
- A competitive salary depending on experience, plus not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
- For further benefits of working at HRI, please view our Benefits page: https://www.hri.org.au/join-us/benefits
ENQUIRIES: ***************@hri.org.au
HOW TO APPLY:
Your application should include (a) a cover letter addressing the essential criteria and (b) detailed curriculum vitae (CV). Please apply as soon as possible, as this job ad will close once we have received a sufficient response of relevant applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ELIGIBILITY:
To apply for this position, you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.
This is a Category A position according to the NSW Health Policy - Occupational Assessment, Screening Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. The successful applicant will be required to provide evidence of protection against the infectious diseases specified, at their own cost, prior to appointment.
The Heart Research Institute supports Equal Employment Opportunity. We value diversity and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, LGBTQI individuals and applicants of diverse cultures and ages.
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