- Salary Package: From $102,501 - $109,852 (Level A) or from $115,787 - $136,995 (Level B) p.a., plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
- Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term position for 2 years (with the possibility of extension).
- Macquarie University (North Ryde) location (Motor Neuron Disease Research Centre)
70 staff working on MND) is well integrated into the Faculty of Medicine, Health & Human Sciences and the Macquarie Medical School, has established state-of-the-art research facilities and offers outstanding development options including an active Early Career Researcher support network ('EnCouRage').The Faculty of Medicine, Health & Human Sciences has active research programs in biomedical, translational and health services domains, with current areas of strength including neurosciences (especially motor neuron disease, neurological rehabilitation, and the clinical neuroscience of pain), cancer medicine, and vascular science, amongst others. The Faculty hosts the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, an internationally acclaimed powerhouse researching health systems, e-health, and patient safety. In learning and teaching, the Faculty offers a unique suite of capability-based medical educational programs aimed a post-graduation subspecialty medical education and training, and a unique three-year extended masters-level, professional-entry Doctor of Physiotherapy degree.Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we've grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. .To ApplyTo be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV (including 2-3 referees) and a cover letter outlining the level you are applying for and a response to the following selection criteriaEssential Selection Criteria:
- A PhD in Molecular biology, molecular neuroscience or related disciplines, and experience conducting research.
- Demonstrated record in contributing to research projects including planning and conducting experiments, analysis of data, and problem-solving.
- Strong background in Molecular biology and/or molecular neuroscience, with demonstrated understanding of RNA biology and alternate splicing.
- Demonstrated experience in Molecular biology and synthetic biology techniques including CRISPR, DNA cloning (including Gibson and Tol2 gateway), DNA construct assembly, PCR, gel electrophoresis, in vitro mRNA production, sequencing and bioinformatic analysis, western blotting and immunofluorescence.
- Experience in cell culture techniques including cell culture maintenance, transfection and viral transduction, and downstream analysis including flow cytometry and microscopy.
- Recognised contributions to the preparation and analysis of research data, drafting reports and manuscripts for presentation and publication and deliver presentations at conferences and meetings, relative to experience.
- Ability to work effectively within a team (including Faculty Administrators, Faculty Laboratory operations team, Staff and students).
- Excellent organisational skills and a track record of working effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Experience with in-vivo experimental models
- Demonstrated experience managing larger research projects and staff including the ability to prioritise different work demands.
- Ability to read broadly across the scientific literature, and identify key knowledge which can be modified, adapted and implemented into research projects.
- Ability to critically analyse data, problem-solve and design robust experimental plans that confidently address project goals.
- Excellent writing and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated success in obtaining external funding
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing advanced molecular techniques, including molecular on/off switches or other methods for regulating transgene expression
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