Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow

University of Otago

Description

Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow-2002060

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY SCHOOL OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

Our department

The University of Otago is a research-intensive university with a long history of excellence. Ranked within the top 1% of universities in the world, the University of Otago recognises that our staff are the key to our success.

Established in 1905, we are the largest Department of Physiology in New Zealand, and one of the largest departments in the University with approximately 100 staff. We are ranked in the top 45 Universities in the world for Departments of Physiology (2020 QS Ranking), and we have a long-standing reputation for excellence in research. A previous Head of Department, Sir John Eccles, was awarded the 1963 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for work largely conducted here, to date the only Nobel Prize awarded for work performed in New Zealand.

The role

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow to join Associate Professor Rebecca Campbell's research team within the Centre for Neuroendocrinology. In this role you will undertake research on a Health Research Council funded biomedical research project investigating the role of androgen excess in the female brain, particularly associated with features of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

You will be appointed to the position of Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow dependent on academic achievement, qualifications, skills and experience.

Responsibilities in this role will include: • Performing neuroscience experiments in model systems to determine the impact of androgen excess in the female brain. • Producing high quality outputs, assist with follow-up data collection and lead the writing of manuscripts. • Staying abreast of the scientific literature in this area and be able to discuss new research avenues and possible extensions to the current project. • Writing first drafts of ethics applications. • Assisting with the training and mentoring of postgraduate students.

Your skills and experience

• Hold a doctoral degree in neuroscience or physiology or allied field. • Have experience with small animal handling and surgery. • Have expertise in neuroendocrinology and neuroanatomy. • Have excellent written and oral presentation skills. • Have outstanding organisational skills. • Have a proven track record of effective scientific communication through publications and presentations. • Be able to engage and communicate effectively with research collaborators. • Take direction, self-motivate and work independently to produce high quality work. • Have an understanding of, and commitment to, the Treaty of Waitangi, particularly in relation to the University environment.

If you enjoy all aspects of research, including critically reviewing literature, data collection, management, analysis, preparing manuscripts and other forms of dissemination, then apply now.

Further details

This is a full-time, fixed term position

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this job.

Confidential enquiries can be made to Associate Professor Rebecca Campbell, via the contact details below.

Application

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

• A CV, including employment history. • A letter of application addressing the Person Specification / Personal Attributes. • 3-4 Referee contact details, including telephone number and email address.

To submit your application please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2002060 will close on Monday, 11 January 2021.

Additional Information

Contact: Rebecca Campbell

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Location: About Dunedin

Primary Location

NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status

Fixed Term Full-time

Salary Level and Range

Postdoctoral Fellow ($77,793)

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