Research Fellow (B) (with PhD) Full-time

Research Fellow (B) (With Phd)

(Level A/B) $102,024 to $135,932 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Fixed term fulltime position for 12 months

We are looking for a passionate researcher (Level A/B) to join our team focusing on male fertility and spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs).

Our research investigates the genetic regulators and cellular pathways that control spermatogonial stem cell (SSC) function and male fertility. Previous work from our group has identified key roles for transcription factors such as PLZF in sustaining SSC activity and highlighted the importance of growth factor signalling in regulating SSC fate.

This position will focus on uncovering the molecular mechanisms that enable male germline recovery following damage by genotoxic drugs, and the regenerative responses of SSCs. The research will use in vivo models, organoids, SSC culture, and genomic approaches to develop strategies that enhance fertility recovery following chemotherapy-induced germline damage.

Reporting to Associate Prof. Robin Hobbs, this role will apply their expertise in stem cells, epigenetics, development, and cell biology to lead and contribute to cutting-edge research.

To be successful you will need:

• A PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related area.
• Expertise and interest in stem cell biology, epigenetics and associated techniques.
• Outstanding academic track record (including peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations) and demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
• Experience with cell culture, mouse models, fluorescence microscopy (confocal), genomics, cell biology and biochemistry techniques (e.g., RNA/ChIP-seq, mass spectrometry).
• Successful track record in conducting and driving research, including experimental design, execution and manuscript writing across multiple projects.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs – including significant industry, government and community collaboration – offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.