# **About This Opportunity**This is an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance their expertise and build an emerging research profile within a dynamic and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high‐quality research while also contributing to service and engagement activities within the team.In this position, you will work on funded research projects focused on understanding melanoma cell migration using cutting‐edge in vivo quail models. This role offers the chance to develop specialised skills, contribute to impactful scientific discovery, and collaborate with leading researchers in the field.Key responsibilities will include:* **Research:** Establish a research program, collaborate on research projects, seek and manage research funding, publish in reputable journals, utilize best practice research methodologies, and participate in project discussions.* **Supervision and Researcher Development:** Supervise students, recruit and manage employees, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.* **Citizenship and Service:** Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.This is a full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 12 months at Academic Level A.# **About You*** Completion of a PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology.* Experience with live imaging and avian models.* An emerging profile in research in Cell and Developmental Biology.* Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.* Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding.* Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activitiesAppointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Mel White | Senior Research Fellow at melanie.white@imb.uq.edu.au.For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job requisition ID in the subject line. We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:* Resume* A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' sectionOur strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia's First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.# **Other Information**UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.**Applications close Tuesday 14 April at 11:00pm AEST (R-61456).**#LI-DNIUQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way.For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit .#J-18808-Ljbffr