AddressJob No.: 664967
Location: The Alfred Centre
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 6-month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $78,120 - $106,022 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
Learn more about Monash.
The Opportunity
Join our dynamic team at the Regenerative Neuroscience and Development Group! We're seeking a passionate and skilled Research Fellow to drive ground-breaking research in multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment and prevention.
As a Research Fellow, you'll spearhead preclinical drug development initiatives, focusing on preventing neurodegeneration during the active inflammatory phase of MS. With funding from the Trish Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation and NeuOrphan Pty Ltd, you'll have the resources to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting preclinical research, including experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis (EAE) studies
- Providing high-quality research services to support our MS program outcomes
- Mentoring post-doctoral researchers, PhD students, and undergraduates
- Managing a budget of up to $75,000 and co-supervising 5 PhD students
Key Selection Criteria:
- Doctoral qualification in a relevant field
- Strong analytical and manuscript preparation skills
- Proficiency in small animal handling, surgical procedures, and molecular biology techniques
- Experience in confocal microscopy, viral delivery systems, and immunohistochemistry
- Familiarity with Animal Ethics submissions and compliance
Join us in advancing the forefront of Regenerative Neuroscience and making a difference in the lives of MS patients. Apply now to be part of our innovative team!
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
Be part of our story. Work with us to #ChangeIt.
Monash avidly supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to “How to apply for Monash Jobs”.
Enquiries
Dr Steven Petratos, Laboratory Head, Regenerative Neuroscience and Development Group, +61 3 9902 0191
Position Description
Research Fellow - Regenerative Neuroscience and Development Group
Closing Date
Tuesday 14 May 2024, 11:55pm AEST
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