Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Advanced Retinal Imaging

Job no: 0060686
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full Time; Fixed term for 2 years
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences 
School: School of Health Sciences; Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences
Salary: Level A – $80,258 - $108,906 p.a. or Level B  $ 114,645 - $ 123,239 p.a. (Pro rata) plus 17% super

• Make novel scientific contributions on the basic physiology of cellular processes in the living eye.
• Take on new opportunities to extend your research to inform future clinical trials.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role

This postdoctoral role, located within the Adaptive Optics Imaging Unit of the Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences, focuses on optical engineering and modifications to imaging apparatus for studying new tissue types and ultrafast processes in the human eye. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Dr Phillip Bedggood, the incumbent will contribute to advancements in cellular processes in the living eye, with opportunities to extend research to clinical patient populations suffering from retinal diseases.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with Principal Investigators, Research Fellows, and Data Managers to focus on adaptive optics imaging of the human eye.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of changes in optical imaging hardware, including illumination and imaging channels, system magnification adjustments, and integration of new scientific detectors and light sources.
• Assist in the development of novel image processing software for precise eye motion tracking, studying phototransduction processes, and analysing pulse pressure wave propagation in the retinal vascular tree.
• Perform alignment, calibration, and operation of high-resolution cellular imaging hardware, conduct statistical analysis of outcomes, and contribute to scientific publications.

Who We Are Looking For

You possess a high level of organisation and time management, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to written guidelines and study protocols. Your strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, along with your experience in optical design software, adaptive optics imaging, and familiarity with statistical software, position you well to contribute to innovative new research in the field.

You will also have:

• A PhD in a related field such as ophthalmic optics, high-resolution imaging of the eye, image processing and analysis, or engineering.
• Experience in the assembly, alignment, or calibration of optical imaging systems.
• Experience and proficiency in acquiring and processing high-resolution image data.
• Experience with programming software, especially Matlab and Python.
• Demonstrated experience publishing research in peer-reviewed scientific literature.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Your New Team – Melbourne School of Health Sciences
The Melbourne School of Health Sciences (MSHS) provides qualifying and postgraduate courses in the disciplines of Nursing, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Audiology and Speech Pathology, and Optometry and Vision Sciences. As a candidate, joining our team means being part of a dynamic and impactful community dedicated to advancing healthcare, research, science, education and practice. You will have the opportunity to shape the learning experiences of our students and make a positive impact on their future careers.

What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits  page!

About the University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Katherine Robertson via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description