Job no: 513678
Work type: full time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Health and Medical Sciences
Preclinical Intensive Care Research Unit (PICRU)
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
About the team
The PICRU is a state-of-the-art preclinical translational unit located in the Large Animal Facility at UWA, currently led by Professor Jane Pillow. Studies in the PICRU focus on innovative preclinical translational research that will improve outcomes of newborns infants. In addition to the PICRU, the Large Animal Facility includes access to dedicated surgical facilities for recovery surgery. The School of Human Sciences is home to the Cell and Molecular Life Facility for access to molecular, histological and imaging capability. You will also be able to access the UWA Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation and Analysis (CMCA).
About the opportunity
You will have the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team of physiologists, biomedical scientists, clinicians, engineers and industry partners working on innovative studies to advance the care of newborn infants. You will work to develop methods, interpret results and write manuscripts, and successfully obtain funding to support your future innovative research program. There is also opportunity for the successful appointee to be actively mentored and supported by Professor Pillow and research development teams to support your growth as a successful and internationally renowned researcher.
About you
You will be a current early-mid career fetal / neonatal physiologist with established expertise in respiratory physiology/biology, circadian biology and/or developmental neurology / neuroscience and a demonstrated record of success in nationally and internationally competitive grant applications.
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow 513678.pdf
You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 6 April 2023
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Jane Pillow on at jane.pillow@uwa.edu.au
This position is open to international applicants.
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.
Advertised: 09 Mar 2023 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 06 Apr 2023 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time
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