Post-doctoral Fellow – School of Optometry & Vision Science, UNSW
This is a full-time, 3 year fixed-term position based in Kensington, Sydney, Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must hold full rights to work in Australia. Salary: $113,911 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading. Applications close: Wednesday 15th October before 11.30pm Sydney time.
Details of the role
The Post-doctoral fellow is part of a dynamic team focused on developing novel anti-angiogenic and antifibrotic therapies for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), led by Dr Daisy Shu in the UNSW Retinal Research Group. The project investigates the therapeutic potential of emerging drug candidates for AMD and the use of innovative nanoparticle-based delivery systems. The Post-doctoral fellow will play a central role in executing the research plan, from in vitro mechanistic studies to in vivo disease models, with the goal of identifying and validating new drug candidates that can transform AMD management and reduce the treatment burden of intravitreal injections.
Key responsibilities
* Lead and execute research activities from in vitro to in vivo models related to AMD therapies.
* Perform assays to evaluate disease processes, including cell migration, tissue remodelling, and molecular marker analysis.
* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and assess advanced drug delivery approaches.
* Prepare, analyse, and interpret experimental data ensuring reproducibility and rigour.
* Prepare and submit animal and human ethics applications as required.
* Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and project reports to BrightFocus Foundation.
* Contribute to supervision and training of honours and HDR students as required.
* Work with chemistry, engineering, ophthalmology and other collaborators to deliver project milestones.
* Demonstrate expertise in in vivo mouse models, with preference for ocular models (e.g. laser-induced choroidal neovascularisation).
* Apply strong technical skills in cell culture, microscopy, molecular biology, and immunohistochemistry.
* Maintain high-quality research output including publications and conference presentations.
Qualifications and experience
* A PhD in biomedical sciences, optometry, vision science, ophthalmology, pharmacology, or a related discipline.
* Experience conducting high-quality wet laboratory research and evaluating therapeutic candidates using in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo models.
* Experience preparing and submitting animal and human ethics applications as required.
* Proven ability to disseminate findings through publications and conferences.
Pre-employment checks
* Verification of qualifications
Benefits and culture
* 17% superannuation and leave loading
* Flexible working
* Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period
* Access to lifelong learning and career development
* Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
How to apply
Please click on Apply now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed. Please provide a resume and a separate document addressing the skills and experience listed in the Position Description. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.
Contact
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
E: frank.mchenry@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Wednesday 15th October before 11.30pm Sydney time
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ communities, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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