The Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine (CNRM) program is directed to achieve scientific discovery for the prevention and cure of neurodegenerative brain disorders globally.
The CNRM effort spans basic laboratory research through to translational and clinical research.
With a multi-dimensional approach, and highly ambitious goals across multiple projects, we require a motivated postdoctoral scientist to work on projects with a focus on the molecular mechanisms by which neuroinflammation regulates synapses in the Alzheimer's disease (AD) team under the direct supervision of the CNRM Program Head.
Benefits of working at St Vincent's include:
Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff
Opportunity to access a wide range of clinical and non-clinical education programs
Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields
Career development opportunities across the St Vincent's Health Australia Network
Employee Assistance Program
Work / Life balance
Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's:
St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for.
We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and / or living with disability.
Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD****_022) or subsequent revisions in force.
Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive.
About you:
We are seeking a skilled and energetic Postdoctoral Research Scientist who possess a passion for person centred care.
We welcome applications from people who are molecular / cell biologist / biochemist trained in neuroscience.
You will bring your experience in neuronal and glial cell signalling for studying synapses and / or protein signalling to conduct research to elucidate the mechanisms of AD as well as to support other cell biology studies in the team.
Experience and / or knowledge in the AD / dementia field with a strong expertise in associated synapse function is preferred.
The postdoctoral research scientist will perform the following
Undertake independent research usingin vitrosystems and animal models that address causes and consequences of Alzheimer's disease, evolving the research questions and directions with the Program Head
Develop in vitro and in vivo methods required to progress the research.
Submit high quality research outcomes for publication in high quality journals and contribute as second to middle author publications for other members of the group.
Effectively communicate scientific results verbally and in written form including, but not limited to, publications, presentations at domestic and international conferences, seminar presentations, reports for foundations and donors etc.
Help draft, for the CNRM Program Head, grant proposals to external funding bodies and funders.
Contribute to management of relevant animal colonies and ethics requirements such as writing and submitting ethics applications, amendments and annual / final reports.
Contribute to supervision of Honours and PhD students and aid their personal and professional development
Perform duties as required by the CNRM Programme head or senior CNRM members
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