Position Number: 0065535Location: ParkvilleRole type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 2 yearsFaculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health SciencesDepartment/School: Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology | School of Biomedical SciencesSalary: Academic A - $83,468 - $113,262 % superAdvance precision medicine / Gain multidisciplinary expertise / Contribute to national CF-pregnancy databaseApply now to join our innovative 'Rare and Complex Lung Disease' Lab and shape the future of CF treatment during pregnancyInvesting in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunityAs a postdoctoral researcher in our 'Rare and Complex Lung Disease' Lab, you'll spearhead an NHMRC Ideas-funded project exploring placental insights into fetal pharmacokinetics in cystic fibrosis.
You'll gain hands-on experience in both clinical and biomedical research, working across disciplines in a collaborative environment.
Your work will directly contribute to advancing precision medicine, integrating cutting-edge multi-omics approaches with PK modelling and histological assessments.Your responsibilities will include: Develop Pharmacokinetic Workflows: Create and implement workflows for in-depth analysis of human placenta and maternal-fetal drug transfer.Conduct Multidisciplinary Research: Apply skills in respiratory pharmacology, animal models, and human tissue analysis to drive project outcomes.Contribute to Database Development: Help create a comprehensive national/international database for the cystic fibrosis-pregnancy research community.Collaborate and Communicate: Participate in team activities, contribute to publications, and present at conferences to disseminate research findings.
You may be a great fit if:You are a highly motivated researcher with a PhD or substantial progress towards one, possessing multidisciplinary skills in respiratory pharmacology and a strong foundation in pharmacokinetic modelling analysis.You may also: Have experience in biochemistry techniques, multi-omics data integration, and immune-histochemical analysis.Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective research collaboration.Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Be comfortable working with patient and control groups in CF pharmacology and pregnancy research.Have experience with data and statistical platforms like REDCap.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.What we offer you!We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-beingProgressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balanceSalary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insuranceHealth and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance ProgramComprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
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The Department of Biochemistry and Pharmacology has critical mass, interdisciplinary teaching and a remarkable breadth and depth in research expertise that underpin our key themes of molecular understanding of biology and disease, translational research, drug discovery and development.
The majority of the Departments research laboratories are located in the Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute affording excellent access to state-of-the-art technology platforms.Be YourselfThe University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation.
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Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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