Research Assistant/research Fellow

RMIT University

Melbourne, Australia
Academic level a/b + 17% super; not specified; fix...
Phd in tissue engineering or related field
Experience in tissue engineering and biomaterials fabrication
Strong skills in in vitro and in vivo aseptic cell culture
The role involves translating fundamental biomimetic principles into practical wet adhesive materials through cutting-edge in-vitro and in-vivo studies

Job Summary

  • The role involves translating fundamental biomimetic principles into practical wet adhesive materials through cutting-edge in-vitro and in-vivo studies.
  • Successful candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team at RMIT University's STEM College to advance bio-adhesion technologies mimicking native tissue micro-environments.
  • The position offers access to bioprocessing and hydrogel characterization facilities with the expectation of producing high-impact publications and conference presentations.

Matching Summary

The role involves translating fundamental biomimetic principles into practical wet adhesive materials through cutting-edge in-vitro and in-vivo studies.

Salary

Academic Level A/B + 17% Superannuation; Not specified; Fixed term up to 12 months

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Tissue Engineering or related field
  • Experience in tissue engineering and biomaterials fabrication
  • Strong skills in in vitro and in vivo aseptic cell culture
  • Experience with animal studies and ethics compliance
  • Evidence of research output including publications

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience in synthesis of recombinant protein polymer
  • Ability to supervise research students effectively
  • Demonstrated ability to attract competitive research funding
  • Track record of building industry and government networks
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • PhD required in Tissue Engineering, Biomaterials, Biomedical Engineering, Cell Biology or related field
  • Must demonstrate experience in animal studies and ethics compliance
  • Must provide evidence of research outputs such as publications and technical reports

Work Rights

Not specified

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