Senior Microscopist

Institute for Molecular Bioscience

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Base: $104,616.68 - $113,920.12 + 17% super; bonus...
Advanced optical microscopy expertise
Fluorescence and confocal imaging systems
Bespoke image analysis pipeline development
Join the Institute for Molecular Bioscience’s Advanced Microscopy Platform as a Senior Microscopist working in a highly collaborative team driving cutting-edge imaging research

Job Summary

  • Join the Institute for Molecular Bioscience’s Advanced Microscopy Platform as a Senior Microscopist working in a highly collaborative team driving cutting-edge imaging research.
  • The role includes operating and optimising advanced microscopy systems, delivering high-quality research support and training, and managing facility operations and IT functions.
  • Benefits include up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17% superannuation contributions plus 17.5% annual leave loading, health and wellness discounts, career development opportunities, and affordable parking.

Matching Summary

Join the Institute for Molecular Bioscience’s Advanced Microscopy Platform as a Senior Microscopist working in a highly collaborative team driving cutting-edge imaging research.

Salary

Base: $104,616.68 - $113,920.12 plus 17% Superannuation; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17.5% annual leave loading, paid parental leave, health and wellness discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advanced optical microscopy expertise
  • Fluorescence and confocal imaging systems
  • Bespoke image analysis pipeline development
  • Microscopy training delivery
  • Experimental design and sample preparation support
  • Facility and IT infrastructure management

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative research environment
  • Engaging training programs and workshops
  • Community engagement and conference participation
  • Experience with advanced imaging modalities
  • Vendor and commercial partner liaison

Key Requirements

  • Degree in biological or biomedical field
  • At least four years relevant microscopy experience
  • Postgraduate qualifications highly regarded
  • Proven troubleshooting of microscopy instrumentation
  • Proficiency with image analysis software (e.g. Fiji, Python, Imaris)
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia

Work Rights

Must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia

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