Postdoctoral Scientist - [Archived Advertisement]

• Attractive salary and benefits
• Based in Parkville
• Full-time – 2-year appointment

One in five Australians are affected by a brain disorder each year. The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health has more than 600 staff and students who are passionately committed to researching the way the brain works. We are internationally renowned for our discoveries and research on the central nervous system and associated brain disorders. Key areas of interest include addiction, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, depression, epilepsy, Huntington’s disease, motor neuron disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, stroke and traumatic and spinal cord injury.

An excellent opportunity is available for a highly motivated individual to join an outstanding team of scientists and staff, and work within the Epigenetics and Neural Plasticity Team at our Parkville facility. The role will primarily be responsible for undertaking research exploring neurobiological and neurophysiological impacts of environmental manipulations, using behavioural, cellular and molecular approaches.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Neuroscience or Biomedical Science, along with experience in conducting research in experimental models of brain disorders, or related aspects of behavioural/cellular/molecular neuroscience.

For more information or to obtain a position description please visit our web site at www.florey.edu.au/careers

An indicative salary in the range of $80,319 to $86,219 commensurate with experience plus 14%/17% superannuation and generous salary packaging options.

Applicants who meet the above criteria should ‘apply now’ for this position addressing the Selection Criteria in the cover letter by no later than 5pm on Monday, 30 April 2018. (updated closing date)