About the role:

A postdoctoral position is available within the Neural Networks Laboratory to investigate the electrophysiological properties of brain cancer. In vitro whole cell patch-clamp recordings will be performed in human tissue to investigate the properties of glioma cells and adjacent pyramidal neurons. We are looking for a highly motivated and talented candidate with extensive experience in patch-clamp electrophysiology. Further, the ideal candidate should have a strong neuroscience or quantitative science background with a proven publication record.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting in vitro patch clamp experiments
• The production of published works in refereed journals, books, conferences and seminar papers.
• Involvement in professional activities, including contributions such as conferences and seminars in the field of expertise.

Detailed information and key responsibilities are available from the Position Description.

This position is a fixed term, full-time role. The role attracts an annual salary offer ranging from Research Officer 1 (RO1) $88,155 to Research Officer 3 (RO3) $94,631, commensurate with experience.

Applicants who meet the criteria listed in the Position Description should submit their resume together with a cover letter no later than Friday 24th March 2023 at 5.00pm.

About you:

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience with patch clamp electrophysiology
• Strong background in neuroscience
• Good communication, writing and organisational skills
• Ability to work as part of research team, while demonstrating initiative
• Understanding and compliance with OHS laboratory requirements

Experience with the below is desirable, but not essential:

• Experience with in vivo systems
• Experience working with human tissue for patch clamp electrophysiology
• Expertise in multi-photon imaging
• Knowledge of relevant aspects of molecular and cellular neuroscience
• Experience in teaching and the supervision of students

What we offer:
Working at the Florey offers you the chance to work with a dedicated group of researchers within a culture that focuses on equity, diversity and collaboration. Other benefits include:

• Generous salary packaging to maximise your benefits
• Up to 17% superannuation
• Wellbeing initiatives including flexible working opportunities and access to our employee assistance program 

For enquiries please contact our Human Resources Team on employment@florey.edu.au.

All final applicants for this position may be asked to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or to consent to a criminal record check.