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Dear all,
There is an exciting postdoc opportunity in the lab of Dr. Patricio Opazo at the Queensland Brain Institute in Brisbane, Australia to investigate the role of dendritic spine plasticity in learning and memory using in vivo 2-photon microscopy.
Queensland Brain Institute
Established in 2003, QBI (
http://www.qbi.uq.edu.au) is housed on the St Lucia campus of UQ. It is home to more than 450 staff and students, including 41 group leaders, working across a range of disciplines, who are focused on discovering the fundamental mechanisms that regulate brain development and function in health and disease. Over the past decade QBI has become known as one of the world’s leading neuroscience research institutes. It played a key role in contributing to UQ attaining the highest possible score of 5 for neuroscience, in the 2010, 2012 and 2015 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) reviews, one of only two universities in Australia to achieve this.
The Role
The primary purpose of the position is to investigate the role of dendritic spine plasticity in learning and memory and its alterations in transgenic model of Alzheimer's disease. The project will involve the visualization of dendritic spines structure and function using two photon imaging microscopy both in vivo and ex vivo, AAV-mediated genetic manipulations as well as animal behavior.
The person
Applicants should possess a PhD in the area of neuroscience, biophysics or other relevant scientific discipline. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with in-vivo 2-photon imaging microscopy, molecular biology and programming (Matlab). Some experience with organotypic slice culture preparation, animal handling, stereotaxic surgeries and behavior would be desirable. Applicants should have self-reliance and motivation as well as a high level of interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
Remuneration
This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for 3 years at Academic level A or Academic level B - level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications, skills, experience and academic achievements. The remuneration package will be in the range $76,264.11- $84,985.56 p.a. (Level A) or $89,458.97 -$106,232.23 (Level B), plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% total package will be in the range $89,229.01 - 99,433.11 (Level A) or $104,666.99 - $124,291.71 p.a. (Level B).
To apply for this position, please contact Dr Patricio Opazo on email
[hidden email]. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and the contact details of 3 referees.
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