Description:
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School of Biomedical Sciences
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Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years
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Base salary will be in the range $80,448 - $107,104 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
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Based at our St Lucia campus
About This Opportunity
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in Systems Neuroscience and Bioinformatics. The role focuses on exploring brain development and function from developmental and comparative perspectives, integrating molecular biology, advanced imaging, and genomics/transcriptomics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their research profile and engage in service and collaboration within the academic community.
Key Responsibilities:
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Research: Produce high-quality research outputs, contribute to competitive research funding applications, and collaborate on joint research projects. Develop a coherent research program, review best practice methodologies, and work towards the translation and commercialization of UQ intellectual property.
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Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, providing feedback, coaching, and professional development. Manage research support staff and resolve conflicts in accordance with university policies.
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Citizenship and Service: Demonstrate alignment with UQ values, actively participate in team activities, and support academic positions during staff absences. Contribute to internal service roles and engage in decision-making and committee work.
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External Collaboration: Cultivate external partnerships and collaborations with industry, government departments, professional bodies, and the wider community to enhance the impact of research and foster interdisciplinary relationships.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
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Completion or near completion of a PhD in Systems Neuroscience, Comparative Neuroanatomy, Computational Neuroscience, or Bioinformatics.
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An emerging profile in research in the discipline area, evidenced by publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
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High analytic and computer skills, including handling big data.
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Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and/or contributions towards external activities.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and education check.
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.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact A/Prof. Rodrigo Suarez. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
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Resume
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Cover letter
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Responses to the ‘About You’ section
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.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Sunday 13th April 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48381). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Tuesday 22nd April 2025.