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addressAddressTownsville, QLD
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Job description

Creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally, and globally, James Cook University (JCU) is now looking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Immunology/PharmacologyThis full time, fixed term appointment is based at the JCU Cairns Nguma-bada Campus in Smithfield. 

How you’ll make a difference

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our dynamic research team. Working as part of the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) funded projects awarded to Dr. Phurpa Wangchuk, you will conduct cutting-edge research in drug discovery and metabolomics using natural products, immunoassays and spectroscopies platforms.  This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and make a significant impact in the field.

What you’ll bring

  • Completion of a PhD in immunology or pharmacological fields.
  • Strong background in immunological techniques, pharmacological assays, and/or drug discovery.
  • Demonstrated, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
  • Demonstrated experience in providing research administration support such as grant or manuscript preparation, report writing, animal ethics application, biosafety application, agreements, permits and research finance. 
  • Proficiency conducting high-quality research, including overseeing research laboratory operations and projects, encompassing design, implementation, execution, record-keeping, and statistical analysis, with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and an understanding of cultural sensitivities.

About the College of Public Health, Medicl and Veternary Sciences 

The College of Public Health, Medical & Veterinary Sciences (CPHMVS) promotes, fosters, supports and administers quality teaching, research and research translation across the disciplinary areas of biomedicine, public health, tropical medicine and veterinary science.

Why you’ll love working JCU?

At JCU we firmly believe that people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff. We live by our values and deliver against our Strategic Intent in an environment that values respect, excellence and delivering a sustainable future for the people of the Tropics.

We offer:

  • generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions
  • ongoing professional and career development 
  • attractive options for salary packaging
  • work and life balance with a 36.25 hour working week 
  • substantial leave entitlements 
  • individual Flexibility Arrangements
  • fitness Passport
  • employee Assistance Program
  • access to online media subscriptions
  • corporate discount on health insurance
  • on-site facilities including medical, cafes, and gymnasium 

Want to know more?

Join our team and contribute to groundbreaking research in immunology and pharmacology. We look forward to welcoming a talented and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Fellow to our team!

Click on Apply now and you will be redirected to the JCU Careers website.

Apply for Vacancy Reference Number 18936

For further information, or a confidential discussion, please contact Phurpa Wangchuck on (07) 4232 1*** or via email ***************@jcu.edu.au 

Applications close on Wednesday 5 June.  However, we may choose to close applications earlier if a suitable applicant is identified so you are encouraged to apply early.

This position is a designated position for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Where an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander is not immediately available to be appointed to this role, the position may be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of 18 months. The position would then be readvertised to determine if an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person can be recruited or transferred to the position.

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James Cook University

Townsville, QLD
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