Postdoctoral Fellow
4 weeks ago
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY
SCHOOL OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
University of Otago / Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka
The University of Otago | Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka has been a renowned place of learning and discovery for more than 150 years. We strive to become an even more successful, globally influential university, committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi as we advance outstanding research and research-informed teaching to enable transformative learning and student experiences. Our Vision / Ko te Aronga is for our people and knowledge to transform lives, connect communities and nurture the environment in Aotearoa, the Pacific, and the world.
About Our Team / Mō Te Tīma
Since its establishment in 1905 the Department of Physiology has grown to become one of the largest Departments in the University, being home to approximately 100 staff. We make major contributions to the undergraduate and postgraduate education of students in science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, medical lab sciences, nutrition, and physical education.
The role / Te mahi
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow with a strong background in Systems Neuroscience to join our team. The successful candidate will work on a Royal Marsden funded project led by Dr Joon Kim. The project will focus on 'Revealing a neural circuit mechanism for stress adaptation and resilience'. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a project which will investigate how stress neurons adapt following stress experience using optogenetics and fibre photometry. The successful candidate will be appointed as either a Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow, dependent on skills, experience, and publication record.
Your skills and experience / Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
Successful candidates will have completed a PhD in a neuroscience field, and have research experience in stereotaxic surgery, optogenetics, ex vivo whole-cell electrophysiology, and fibre photometry. Generic skills required include animal care and handling, stereotaxic surgery, behavioural testing, and immunohistochemistry. The project requires a high-level of personal independent input and the ability to work co-operatively with other team members to reach the research goals.
Further details / Pūroko
This is a full-time (1 FTE), fixed term (3 year) position. The position is available from April 2025 and is based in Dunedin. The salary for Postdoctoral Fellow is $89,227 per annum. The salary range for Research Fellow is $94,084 - $111,056 per annum. Please direct specific enquiries to Dr Joon Kim, Department of Physiology, School of Biomedical Sciences, via the contact details below.
Application/Tono
Candidates are requested to submit the following:
- A CV
- A Cover Letter
- Names and email addresses of at least three referees
To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2500433 will close on Sunday, 27th April 2025.
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