悉尼大学神经系统环路研究博士后岗位

Institution

The University of Sydney (http://positions.usyd.edu.au)

Position

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Location

Sydney, Australia

Date Posted

Oct 15th 2007

Description

The Discipline of Anatomy and Histology’s Neural Structure and Function Laboratory has a strong focus on the central nervous system circuits and mechanisms that underlie an individual’s response to traumatic injuries. The Laboratory is a part of the Bosch Institute’s largest and most diverse group of researchers devoted to medical advancements in the nervous system, senses and movement.

The Laboratory is currently seeking a meticulous and results-driven Postdoctoral Researcher. The appointee, working with an already established research team, will contribute to a NHMRC (Australia) funded project studying the transition from acute injury to states of chronic pain and disability.

The appointee will be expected to develop and manage research projects and prepare journal publications and reports, as well as play a significant role in preparing future grant applications. Subsequently, strong communication skills, as well as an ability to work well both autonomously and within a team, will be imperative.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in neuroscience or a relevant discipline, and ideally, experience supervising technical staff. Special consideration will be given to applicants with experience in behavioural neuroscience combined with the use of functional-neuroanatomical techniques and/or expertise in glutamate neuropharmacology.

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking medical research within a world-renowned academic institution.

The position is full-time fixed term until December 2009, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.

Remuneration package: Academic Level A, Step 8, leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

Contact

For more information or to apply online, please visit http://positions.usyd.edu.au and search by reference number 113337. Specific enquiries about the role can be directed to Associate Professor Kevin Keay on (02) 9351 4132. Enquiries about the recruitment process can be directed to Taya Solodin on (02) 9036 6525.