Postdoctoral Research Associate
Vor 3 Tagen
Part – time (0.5 FTE), 12 months fixed term, with potential to extend. Located at the Sydney Brain and Mind Centre, Camperdown Exciting opportunity to work on dementia genetics as part of the Social Functioning Modelling Team Base Salary from $109,301 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Medical Sciences is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work as part of the new multidisciplinary Social Functioning Modelling team at the University of Sydney Brain and Mind Centre, led by Dr Carol Dobson-Stone and Professor Olivier Piguet. This team consists of 28 senior academics with wide-ranging expertise (e.g. basic science, clinical, neuroimaging, neuropsychology) from across the University of Sydney, who have a research interest in dementia, particularly frontotemporal dementia.
As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will work with Dr Carol Dobson-Stone at the Brain and Mind Centre to identify and characterise genetic contributors to frontotemporal dementia and related disorders. You will analyse whole-exome and whole-genome sequencing data from human DNA samples, perform genotype-phenotype analyses and assess the effect of disease gene variants, using molecular biological and mammalian cell culture techniques. You will be part of a lab that prioritises collaboration, openness, respect and encourages innovation. Opportunities exist to develop further research ideas through the supervision of research undergraduate and research postgraduate projects.
Your key responsibilities will be to: process, analyse, and interpret samples/datasets from large cohorts
design, conduct, and troubleshoot experiments involving many optimisable variables
work both independently and collaboratively to meet project objectives
effectively time manage concurrent projects
publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.
About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who has:
a PhD (or near completion) in a relevant area, such as in molecular genetics or bioinformatics
experience with next-generation sequencing, downstream bioinformatic processing and statistical analysis of data
experience with cellular models, standard DNA technology, fluorescent light microscopy and immunocytochemical techniques is desirable
a strong research track record, with a proven ability to lead studies to completion as evidenced by lead author publications with demonstrated impact
strong problem-solving skills paired with the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement
excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
experience in supervising or mentoring others and coordinating team activities is desirable.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary steps, including the termination of your employment.
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