Assistant Research Fellow-2400586
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY Who we are/Ko wai mātou Since its establishment in 1905 the Department of Physiology has grown to become one of the largest Departments in the University, being home to approximately 100 staff. We make major contributions to the undergraduate and postgraduate education of students in science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, medical lab sciences, nutrition, and physical education. The Department is internationally known for its outstanding contribution to new knowledge in various physiological areas (e.g. neurophysiology, cell physiology and cardiovascular physiology) and has a strong track record for being successful with the acquisition of highly competitive overhead-funded research grants. The Role/Te mahi The Assistant Research Fellow will provide research support and assistance in a biomedical research laboratory for the project “Regulation and function of ion channels involved in vasopressin release” under the supervision of Associate Professor Martin Fronius. In this role you will work in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and his team to successfully complete the project (ending March 2027). This includes the following tasks: Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako To be successful in the role you will: Further Details/Pūroko This is a part-time (0.3 FTE), fixed term position for 36 months, located in Dunedin. You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job. The salary for this position is starting at scale ARF05 $67,076 with the ability to progress over the course of the project. The position is available from 1 May 2024. Working hours can be organised on a flexible schedule and can be adapted on request. If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to learn more about joining our team, then please contact Associate Professor Martin Fronius via the contact details below. Application/Tono Candidates are requested to submit the following: To submit your application please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2400586 will close on Wednesday, 10 April 2024. Applications will be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time. Additional Information Note: As a part-time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro-rata equivalent of the annual full-time salary range listed. Contact: Associate Professor Martin Fronius Tel: +64 3 471 6081 Position details: Job Description Further Information: Department Website Create an email with a link to this vacancy: Create email Location: About Dunedin
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• Maintain mammalian cell cultures and assist with the isolation of primary cells.
• Synthesise DNA (bacterial transformation, DNA purification and site directed mutagenesis)
• Perform cell transfection.
• Assist with electrophysiological experiments.
• Maintain the laboratory (H&S and compliance, preparation of buffers, media, and other reagents, organise ordering and purchasing of consumables and reagents).
• Train new staff members and assist with day-to-day supervision and coordination of junior students in the lab.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in physiology or a relevant related field (preferably with Honours).
• Preferably have 3 years laboratory experience.
• Have experience with cell culture work.
• Have experience with bacterial transformation, DNA purification and mammalian cell transfection.
• Possess strong computer literacy skills.
• Have excellent attention to detail - accurate and meticulous work ethic.
• Work well independently and as a team member.
• Have strong organisational and time management skills.
• Have effective communication skills.
• CV
• Cover letter
• Names and email addresses of at least three referees
Primary Location
NZL-SI-Dunedin
Employment Status
Fixed Term
Salary Level and Range
Assistant Research Fellow ($58,341 to $78,531)
Organisation
Physiology
Job Function
Research
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