Research Associate

Te Pokapū Taunekeneke Rāpoi Ngota | Biomolecular Interaction Centre
Located in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

• Full-time 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
• Fixed term position March 2024 - June 2025.
• Salary range $61,007-$71,174 (pa).

Āu Mahi | What You Will Do
Biomolecular Interaction Centre has an opportunity for a Research Associate to participate in the research project, Unravelling the interactions between mutant nucleophosmin protein and nucleic acids in acute myeloid leukaemia.

We seek a highly motivated individual with a research background in biochemistry, bioengineering or similar fields.

In this role you will undertake research to examine protein mutations found in acute myeloid leukaemia, and study the effects of these mutations on protein function. Specifically, you will work to develop and validate methods for assessing nucleic acid binding of a phase-separating protein. Additionally, you will use confocal microscopy to study the properties of the resulting protein condensates/droplets, and develop partitioning assays.

You will be mentored by Dr N. Amy Yewdall and located within the Department of Biochemistry, University of Canterbury, Christchurch. The position will also involve extensive collaboration within the Yewdall research team and with project partners at University of Otago, Christchurch.

Mōu | Who You Are
To be successful in this position you will ideally have the following:

• A research background in biochemistry, bioengineering or similar fields.
• Expert knowledge of biochemical processes, confocal microscopy and assay development.
• Demonstrated experience of excellent research capabilities (design and leadership) required to carry out innovative and insightful research.
• A proven ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts (both orally and in writing) to a wide variety or groups including scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Strong computer literacy and numeric skills, use of database management tools and statistical analysis software, and modelling skills would be an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to undertake collaborative research.

Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
The Biomolecular Interaction Centre (BIC) is a multi-disciplinary research centre dedicated to the study of molecular interactions critical to biological function. Understanding these interactions is central to a range of fundamental sciences, discovering new treatments for disease and developing highly functional products.

BIC is based at the University of Canterbury, spanning the Colleges of Science and Engineering. We have a strong network of investigators from New Zealand universities, Crown Research Institutes and Callaghan Innovation, plus a growing number of international collaborators.

For more information about our School and team, please visit us here - https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/bic/

Ngā Painga o UC | Why UC
Tangata Tū, Tangata Ora - Engaged, Empowered, Making a Difference.

The University of Canterbury is committed to accessible higher education, service to community and the encouragement of talent without barriers of distance, wealth, class, gender or ethnicity. The University explicitly aims to produce graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good and determined to make a difference in the world.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive working environment
• Generous annual leave provisions and competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities
• A unique working environment in a beautiful campus with access to UC facilities such as the recreation centre and Staff club at discounted rates plus onsite café's and eateries, and more

For more information, please visit: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus

For more information about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury, please visit www.canterbury.ac.nz

The closing date for this position is: 24th January 2024 (midnight, NZ time)
Applications will be reviewed after the close date.

Pēhea te tono mai | How You Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted on our careers websit e and should include a cover letter and resume.  Please note, we do not accept applications by email, however we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process, please forward these to [email protected]  

Appointable salary for a Research Associate will be $61,007-$71,174 (pa).

For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government's official Covid-19 website , to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand. 

Job Details

Reference #	18121
Posted on	09 Jan 2024
Closes on	24 Jan 2024 23:55
Location(s)	Christchurch
Expertise	Administration, Research & Development, Science & Technology
Job level(s)	Entry/Graduate
Work type(s)	Fixed term part-time
More details (document)	Research Associate PD.pdf
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