澳大利亚麦考瑞大学2023年招聘博士后（蛋白质组学、糖组学和色谱学）

麦考瑞大学（Macquarie University）是以拥有“The Father of Australia”之称的拉克伦·麦夸里（Lachlan Macquarie）总督命名，建于1964年，是位于澳大利亚新南威尔士州悉尼市的一所公立研究型大学，位于麦考瑞公园（Macquarie Park），是悉尼大都市地区设立的第三所大学，英联邦大学协会成员，澳大利亚最富进取精神的大学之一，它也是全澳第一所开设精算课程的大学。开设的一系列领先的跨学科课程，致力于培养学生成为有创造力、富有国际化思维、推动世界进步与发展的人才。

Postdoctoral Fellow

Macquarie University

PRIMARY DETAIL

We are seeking a short fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Fellow with experience in proteomics, glycomics, and chromatography to work at Macquarie University as part of the Industrial Transformation training Centre in Facilitated Advancement of Australia's Bioactives (FAAB).

Salary Package: From $81,581 – $109,852 (Level A) p.a., plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading Appointment Type: Fixed term Full-Time for 6 months (parental leave replacement) Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus (North Ryde)

THE ROLE

This position supports the research and training activities of FAAB which is led by Professor Alison Rodger, Associate Professor Alf Garcia-Bennett and Professor Anwar Sunna. The Centre is composed of a multidisciplinary team from the Australian bioactives industry with academia partners from Macquarie University, Deakin University, the University of South Australia and Western Sydney University as well as overseas collaborators.

FAAB characterises a wide range of products containing bioactive molecules to determine modes of action for bioactive products made from foods, food-waste and cell-based biotechnologies with potential lifestyle and nutritional benefits. The successful appointee will be a technique expert and will have the exciting opportunity to work across a number of the centre research areas collaborating with academic staff, industry partners and higher degree by research students. The aim of FAAB is to enable evidence-informed decision- making, and regulatory framework development for the complexities of bioactive products.

You will support FAAB activities through technical training and supervision in their area of expertise. They will actively contribute to the ITTC's program through research, preparation of project reports and publications, and participate in training programmes designed for researchers at the academic/industry interface. The role will have a nominated primary research supervisor who has relevant expertise from the University as well as a nominated Mentor from within a relevant Industrial Partner who will provide guidance and business context for transformation of research into products.

About You

The successful candidate will have a PhD in a relevant area and expertise in proteomics, glycomics, and chromatography with considerable hands-on experience in liquid chromatography as well as mass spectrometry-based proteomics and glycomics of a range of biological samples.

You will be a creative innovative scientist keen to apply your technical expertise to solving a diverse range of complex molecular problems. You will enjoy working with scientists from different disciplines and sectors and you will be an effective communicator. You will work with senior members of FAAB to develop skills for your future career as a scientific leader. You will show evidence of a strong research track record evidenced by first-authored publications in high quality conference and journal publications and evidence of working both as an independent researcher and in a team-based environment. You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to relate to and engage with other staff, students and external collaborators. You will be able to design experiments independently and collaborate with researchers of different disciplinary backgrounds. Robust knowledge of data handling, visualisation and interpretation are required as are the ability to maintain and perform minor repairs and benchmarking of instrumentation. Experience in student training, the ability to excel in larger multi-disciplinary teams and experience with working with industry are beneficial attributes.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online by uploading a copy of your CV and a separate cover letter that outlines the selection criteria, your relevant expertise, academic track record and your publication list.

Selection Criteria

Proteomics and Glycomics: Considerable hands-on experience in liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry-based proteomics and glycomics of a range of biological samples. Previous experience working with peptides would be advantageous.

Strong problem-solving skills to resolve a diverse range of complex molecular problems.

Strong research track record evidenced by first-authored publications in high quality conference and journal publications and evidence of working both as an independent researcher and in a team-based environment.

Excellent communication skills, with an ability to relate to and engage with other staff, students, and external collaborators.

Able to design experiments independently and collaborate with researchers of different disciplinary backgrounds. Knowledge of data handling, visualisation and interpretation are required as are the ability to maintain and perform minor repairs and benchmarking of instrumentation.

Experience in student training, the ability to excel in larger multi- disciplinary teams and experience with working with industry are beneficial attributes.

Role Specific Enquiries: Associate Professor Alf Garcia-Bennett via alf.garcia@mq.edu.au

Applications Close: Sunday, 14th January 2024 at 11:59PM (AEST)

Applications are accepted until 14th January 2024, however please note that applications will be assessed as they are received. Therefore, the position may be filled with an available and suitably qualified candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly encouraged that applicants submit their application as soon as possible.

Please note that this position is not available for visa sponsorship and the successful applicant must have work rights in Australia

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Applications Close:

14/01/2024 11:59 PM

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