Postdoctoral Research Fellow/ Research Fellow

• Queensland Brain Institute

• Academic level A

• Fixed-term position until 31 December 2022.

• Closing date: Wednesday 2nd November 2022 at 11:00pm (AEST)

• UQ Careers: R-18311

About This Opportunity  

The Functional Imaging and Brain Injury Laboratory directed by Dr. Fatima Nasrallah is seeking a post-doctoral fellow to work on a project supported by the Motor Accident Insurance Commission to investigate the spatial and temporal structural and functional changes in the brain following a brain injury using Magnetic Resonance Imaging. The work will also investigate early neuroimaging markers following traumatic brain injury.

• Applicants must have a Ph.D in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, computational neuroscience, or relevant discipline. The candidate must have demonstrated image processing skills with strong analytical, quantitative and programming skills (e.g., Matlab, Python). Artificial intelligence expertise is a plus.

Key responsibilities include:  

1. Research

• Analysis of magnetic resonance imaging data.

• Interpretation of results;

• Assist in writing up the results for publication.

2. Citizenship and Service

• Demonstrate citizenship behaviours that align to the UQ values.

• Shows leadership of self through collaboration and active participation in priority activities for the unit

• Provide support to other academic positions and unit operations as needed during other team members absences.

• Contribute to internal service roles and administrative processes as required, including participation in decision-making and service on relevant committees.

• Collaborate in service activities external to the immediate organisation unit.

• Begin to develop external links and partnerships by cultivating relationships with industry, government departments, professional bodies and the wider community.

4. Other

Ensure you are aware of and comply with legislation and University policy relevant to the duties undertaken, including but not exclusive to:

• The University’s Code of Conduct .

• Requirements of the Queensland occupational health and safety (OH&S) legislation and related OH&S responsibilities and procedures developed by the University or Institute/School.

• The adoption of sustainable practices in all work activities and compliance with associated legislation and related University sustainability responsibilities and procedures .

• Requirements of the Education Services  for Overseas Students Act 2000, the National Code 2007 and associated legislation, and related responsibilities and procedures developed by the University.

Organisational Relationships

The position reports to Dr Fatima Nasrallah, Queensland Brain Institute.

This role is subject to The University’s Code of Conduct .  

About You  

Essential

• PhD or close to completion in neuroscience, biomedical engineering,  computational neuroscience, or relevant discipline..

• Experience with Magnetic Resonance Imaging such as functional MRI, Perfusion Imaging which should be reflected as data-based publications;

• Demonstrate data analysis skills with a strong background in programming;

• Demonstrated ability to bring research to publication, excellent organizational and time management skills as well as a high level of written, oral and interpersonal skills; 

• Excellent communication skills;

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively;

• Excellent attention to detail;

• Awareness of laboratory safety, occupational health and safety protocols; ​Evidence of a contribution to research

Qualification Verification

• An appointment to this position is subject to the verification of the highest academic qualification from the conferring institution.

What We Can Offer 

This is a Full-time or Part-time,  Fixed-term position until 31 December 2022 (this contract may not be renewable due to funding), at Academic Level A or Academic Level B.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $72,144.35 to $120,570.86 plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range $84,408.89 to $141,067.91 per annum. 

For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ and review The University of Queensland’s Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018 – 2021 . 

Questions? 

To discuss this role please contact Dr Fatima Nasrallah [email protected]

For application queries, please contact [email protected]  stating the job reference number in the subject line.  
 

 Want to Apply?  

All applicants must supply the following documents:  

• Cover letter addressing Selection Criteria   

• Resume  

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels, including direct email, will not be accepted. 

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box labelled ‘resume’, which is step one of the application form.

About the Selection Process 

   
To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline or will not be accepted. 
 

As part of the Selection Process, applicants shortlisted for interview will be required to present a seminar and mock lecture to members of the school community prior to their scheduled interview. Research seminars and lecture topics will be provided with adequate notice to shortlisted candidates.  

The University of Queensland is committed to ensuring all candidates are provided with the opportunity to attend the panel interviews, however, for those candidates who are unable to attend in person, video interview options will be available.     

Other Information  

Mandatory Immunisations: It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.   

Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.   

Background Checks:  All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.   
 

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage  contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to [email protected] .

If you are a current employee of the University, or hold an unpaid or affiliate appointment with the University, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.