About Us

The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health is a medical research institute specialising in the brain and mind and is one of the world’s top 10 brain research centres. We employ exceptionally talented people who work to solve the greatest brain and mind challenges of our era. Our staff and students are the bedrock of our research and success, and we strive for excellence by fostering partnerships and empowering people. At the Florey our mission-driven culture enables our people to collaborate, thrive, learn, make ground-breaking discoveries and advance humanity through brain and mind science.

About the role:

An exciting opportunity is available to join a highly motivated team of researchers within the Dementia Mission under the supervision of Prof Scott Ayton. This is a maternity leave replacement role for 1 year, with possibility of extension. The research focuses on investigating cell metabolism and cell death mechanisms implicated in Alzheimer’s disease.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• The maintenance of tissue culture cell lines and conducting cell culture experiments (transfection, toxicity studies) on a routine basis.

• Performing protein expression, purification and analysis on a routine basis.
• Conducting research both as part of a team, but also autonomously and under limited supervision.
• Ensuring required lab consumables are ordered in a timely fashion.
• Maintaining clear and accurate laboratory notebook and other forms of records of experimental results as appropriate.

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

This position is full-time, fixed term role, ceasing after 1 year from the start date. The role attracts an annual salary offer ranging from RA1 ($72,519) to RA5 $88,314, 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 17 October 2024.

About you:

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor of Science (Hons) or similar degree (e.g., Biomedical Science)
• Knowledge and experience with cell culture

Experience with the below is desirable, but not essential:

• Knowledge in common laboratory methods such as western blot, and plate based assays is desirable
• A strong neuroscience background is desirable

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.