Postdoctoral Research Fellow/ Research Officer – In Synaptic Neuroscience, Electrophysiology & Imaging
College Majors
St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Base: $83,689 - $111,431; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Neuronal electrophysiology expertise
Mammalian cell culture
Fluorescence microscopy
The University of Queensland is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in synaptic neuroscience, focusing on electrophysiology and imaging for a part-time, fixed-term position. Ideal candidates should possess a PhD in Neuroscience or a related field, with strong expertise in neuronal electrophysiology and experience in mammalian cell culture and fluorescence microscopy
Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to cutting-edge research in synaptic biology and molecular neuroscience, with a focus on understanding how synaptic protein organisation shapes inhibitory synapse function.
Working within a high-impact, collaborative research program, you will advance knowledge at the interface of cellular physiology, electrophysiology and advanced imaging to better understand brain function and neurological disease.
We are seeking candidates with a PhD in Neuroscience or a related field who bring strong hands-on expertise in neuronal electrophysiology, along with experience in mammalian cell culture and fluorescence microscopy.
Matching Summary
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The University of Queensland is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in synaptic neuroscience, focusing on electrophysiology and imaging for a part-time, fixed-term position. Ideal candidates should possess a PhD in Neuroscience or a related field, with strong expertise in neuronal electrophysiology and experience in mammalian cell culture and fluorescence microscopy.
Salary
Base: $83,689 - $111,431; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% Superannuation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
neuronal electrophysiology expertise
mammalian cell culture
fluorescence microscopy
experimental data analysis
research record keeping
Nice-to-have
quantitative mindset
problem-solving skills
interdisciplinary collaboration
mentoring students
Key Requirements
PhD in Neuroscience or related field
Strong hands-on experience in neuronal electrophysiology