Postdoctoral Research Fellow Phenomics Australia

• Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)

• Academic Level A

• Full-time fixed term position for up to 18 months

• Extended close date: Friday 28th October 2022 at 11:00 PM AEST

• UQ Careers: R-11463

About This Opportunity  

This postdoctoral position will involve the generation, genetic manipulation, reporter gene creatrion and insertion, as well as the differentiation into bespoke cell and organoid models for clients of the UQ-node of the Phenomics Australia initiative TANCR. The researcher will supervise a part-time research assistant in this role and will be expected to facilitate training of external researchers in human stem cell culture and differentiation. The position will also involve liaising with the other Phenomics Australia nodes and managing and expanding interactions with stakeholders, management and prospective clients.

Key responsibilities include:

Research

• Produces quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in high quality outlets.

• Contribute to progressing towards transfer of knowledge, technology, and practices to research end users through translation, including commercialisation of UQ intellectual property.

• Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies.

• Generation and characterization of hIPSC lines from blood or fibroblast samples.

• CRISPR-based genome editing and genetic modification of hIPSC lines to create isogenic controls or reporter lines.

• Creation of bespoke hIPSC-derived organoid models.

Service and Engagement

• Managing client relationships, and the provision of training for clients.

• Supervise the research assistant that is part of the team of the UQ-node of the TANCR Phenomics Australia initiative.

• Contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students (as appropriate).

• Demonstrate personal effectiveness in supervision and the management of researcher development.

• As appropriate, manage research support staff effectively throughout the employee lifecycle in accordance with University policy and procedures.

Citizenship and Service

• Demonstrate citizenship behaviours that align to the UQ values.

• Shows leadership of self through collaboration and active participation in priority activities for the unit.

• Begin to develop external links and partnerships by cultivating relationships with industry, government departments, professional bodies and the wider community.

• Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor.

Other

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  Ensure you are aware of and comply with legislation and University policy relevant to the duties undertaken, including but not exclusive to:

  • The University’s Code of Conduct .

  • Requirements of the Queensland occupational health and safety (OH&S) legislation and related OH&S responsibilities and procedures developed by the University or Institute/School.

  • The adoption of sustainable practices in all work activities and compliance with associated legislation and related University sustainability responsibilities and procedures .

  • Requirements of the Education Services  for Overseas Students Act 2000, the National Code 2007 and associated legislation, and related responsibilities and procedures developed by the University.

  
  

About You

• PhD and expertise in one or more of the following areas - Human stem cell biology (pluripotent, iPSC);

• Advanced molecular biology skills;

• CRISPR genome engineering;

• An ability to establish effective relationships and to represent and promote academic discipline at a university and wider community level, including industry, government and professional bodies;

• Strong motivation with the ability to work independently and design / interpret experiments, with excellent organisational skills;

• Highly developed team work and communication skills including excellent written and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Demonstrated experience with robotics and automation

• Demonstrated experience with organoid engineering and/or deep understanding of developmental processes;

• Demonstrated experience with service role or industry.

What We Can Offer  

This is a Full-time, fixed term position for up to 18 months at Academic Level A.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $72,144.35 - $96,530.67 plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range $84,408.89 - 112,940.88 per annum.  

The following flexible employment options may be available for this role:  ​Part time/job share; some working from home; variable start or finish times; compressed hours; purchased leave; flex-time. 

For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ  and review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018-2021 .  

Questions?  

To discuss this role please contact Prof Ernst Wolvetang, Senior Group Leader: [email protected] .

For application queries, please contact [email protected]  stating the job reference number in the subject line.  

Want to Apply?  

All applicants must supply the following documents:  

• Cover letter addressing Selection Criteria   

• Resume  

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels, including direct email, will not be accepted.  

About The Selection Process  

The University of Queensland is committed to ensuring all candidates are provided with the opportunity to attend the panel interviews, however, for those candidates who are unable to attend in person, video interview options will be available.     

Other Information 

Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.  

Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage  contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to [email protected] .

If you are a current employee of the University, or hold an unpaid or affiliate appointment with the University, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.