Postdoctoral Research Fellow/ Research Officer – In Synaptic Neuroscience, Electrophysiology & Imaging

Queensland Brain Institute

St Lucia, Australia
Base: $83,689 - $111,431 aud; bonus/equity: not sp...
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Phd in neuroscience or related field
Strong hands-on neuronal electrophysiology experience
Experience with mammalian cell culture
** The Queensland Brain Institute is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to focus on synaptic neuroscience, emphasizing electrophysiology and imaging for up to six months. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in Neuroscience or a related field, with strong expertise in neuronal electrophysiology and advanced imaging techniques. **

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique opportunity to advance cutting-edge research on how synaptic protein organization shapes inhibitory synapse function at the Queensland Brain Institute.
  • The successful candidate will design and lead electrophysiology experiments from concept to execution while supervising undergraduate and HDR students.
  • Employees benefit from world-class facilities, grant writing support, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, and flexible working arrangements within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

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** The Queensland Brain Institute is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to focus on synaptic neuroscience, emphasizing electrophysiology and imaging for up to six months. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in Neuroscience or a related field, with strong expertise in neuronal electrophysiology and advanced imaging techniques. **

Salary

Base: $83,689 - $111,431 AUD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% Superannuation, 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Neuroscience or related field
  • Strong hands-on neuronal electrophysiology experience
  • Experience with mammalian cell culture
  • Proficiency in fluorescence microscopy techniques
  • Ability to establish and optimize electrophysiology rigs

Nice-to-have

  • Quantitative mindset for data analysis
  • Programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or R
  • Experience with human pluripotent stem cell-derived neurons
  • Knowledge of neurodegenerative disease models
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Completion of PhD in Neuroscience
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • No employer-sponsored work rights available

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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