Job Description
The University of Western Australia is seeking a skilled Research Associate or Fellow to undertake research using advanced microscopy and imaging techniques, combined with plant synthetic and molecular biology approaches.
About the Opportunity
* Conduct comprehensive testing and characterisation of fully artificial plant chromosomes, their functionality, interactions within plant cells and tissues, and synthetic components.
* Engage collaboratively in research projects with the broader ARIA project team and associated laboratories at UWA and external collaborators, including industry partners.
Key Qualifications and Skills
* Relevant tertiary qualification in cell biology, synthetic biology, molecular biology, or a related discipline.
* Relevant research experience and capabilities in conventional and advanced cellular and molecular imaging approaches.
* Expert skills in plant cell preparation and cytogenetics, such as protoplast isolation, tissue clearing, whole-mount staining, expansion microscopy, chromosome spreads for FISH/IF, live imaging.
* Demonstrated research experience including data collection, laboratory record-keeping, and data analysis.
What We Offer
* A full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 2.5 years.
* A competitive remuneration package, including base salary range: Level A, $83,499 – $112,371; Level B, $118,150 - $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
* The opportunity to work with a talented team of researchers and contribute to groundbreaking research in the field of plant synthetic biology.