• Queensland Brain Institute
• Part-time (60%), fixed-term position through to December 2026
• Full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $80,523 - $89,505 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Assistant to support an ARC Discovery project in the Synaptic Neurobiology Laboratory at the Queensland Brain Institute. The lab aims to understand the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying neuronal communication, synaptic plasticity, learning and memory.

In this role, you will be conducting mouse behavioural studies, surgical procedures, and post-behavioural tissue analyses (immunohistological routines, cells, proteins or RNA isolation). You will get to experience the lab performing a broad range of molecular, cell biology and tissue culture techniques required to complement in vivo-based studies.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing and maintaining mouse colonies (genotyping, record keeping, animal ethics application)
• Performing in vivo and behavioural experiments
• Assisting with biochemistry, molecular and cell biology experiments
• Ensuring safe operation of research equipment and appropriate storage
• Assisting with data input and preparing analytical reports

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.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including flexible start/finish times, flexible work patterns, and purchased leave
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Completed bachelor's degree in science, BSc (Hons) or related discipline in Neuroscience or Biological Science.
• Experience of working in a research team environment, training and previous laboratory research support experience.
• Experience of working with rodents in the context of research environment and methodology.
• Knowledge or experience in molecular and cell biology techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently and as a team.
• Demonstrated excellent attention to detail, systematic and strong organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt, willingness to undertake further training and development to optimise work performance.
• Awareness of laboratory safety, occupational health and safety protocols.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including the right to work in Australia and mandatory immunisations.

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 Jocelyn Widagdo at [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], 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:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Our strength 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. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

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.

Applications close Sunday 29th June 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-52358).