Macquarie University
ResearchAssistant-Neuroscience
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“Research Assistant- Neuroscience at Macquarie University. Skills: Neuroscience research, Laboratory techniques, Tissue sample analysis, Image analysis. Undertake routine laboratory procedures. Prepare tissue samples”
Industry & Context.
Academic qualification check, Category A immunisation requirements, Relevant vaccination assessments, Relevant immunisation assessments
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in biomedical science, Degree in neuroscience, Degree in molecular biology, Equivalent knowledge via experience, Experience in laboratory environment, Experience in technical environment, Experience applying standard lab techniques, Experience in tissue preparation, Experience in tissue handling, Experience in immunohistochemistry, Attention to detail, Ability to follow procedures accurately, Good organisational skills, Good time management skills, Ability to prioritise routine tasks, Effective interpersonal skills, Effective communication skills, Valid work rights in Australia
Nice to Have
Experience with biological tissue, Experience with human models, Experience with animal models, Experience with microscopy, Experience with digital imaging, Experience with image analysis software, Familiarity with neurodegenerative disease research
What You'll Do.
Undertake routine laboratory procedures
Prepare tissue samples
Perform immunohistochemistry staining
Prepare laboratory reagents
Assist with specialised techniques
Perform antibody-based assays
Perform multiplex labelling
Optimise staining protocols
Maintain laboratory equipment
Ensure equipment calibration
Acquire microscopy images
Process digital images
Organise digital images
Perform quantitative image analysis
Collect experimental data
Record experimental data
Organise experimental data
Perform anatomical annotation
Perform tissue-based analyses
Maintain tissue sample records
Maintain experimental procedure records
Maintain dataset records
Maintain laboratory facilities
Ensure laboratory compliance
Ensure biosafety compliance
Ensure WHS compliance
Provide technical support
Implement experimental workflows
Contribute to project milestones
Work within research team
Communicate technical issues
Provide support to students
Provide support to staff
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multidisciplinary team; Research team
Full Job Description
## **PRIMARY DETAIL** Contribute to groundbreaking neurodegenerative disease research and help uncover the mechanisms behind Parkinson's disease and related conditions. · Salary: From $88,670 per annum (HEW Level 5) plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading · Appointment Type: 2 full-time (35 hours per week), fixed-term opportunities until May 31, 2029 · Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde Are you passionate about neuroscience research and ready to make a meaningful contribution to understanding some of the most complex diseases affecting the brain? Macquarie University is seeking a Research Assistant to join the 2IR NeuroHub team, led by Professor Glenda Halliday, within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences. **About the Role** This is an exciting opportunity to provide technical and operational support to laboratory-based neuroscience research focused on mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson's disease. You will play a key role in the preparation, processing, and analysis of biological tissue samples to enable research projects that investigate molecular, cellular, and pathological changes associated with disease vulnerability, progression, and treatment. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team investigating topics at the forefront of neuroscience — from the biological mechanisms underlying sleep disorders and cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease, to identifying early cellular disruptions in non-Alzheimer neurodegenerative diseases and examining RNA dysregulation and its role in neuronal vulnerability. ** _Key responsibilities include: _** **Technical and Laboratory Support** * Undertake routine laboratory procedures including tissue preparation, sectioning, and immunohistochemistry staining in accordance with established protocols * Prepare laboratory reagents, buffers, solutions, and consumables to support experimental workflows * Assist with specialised techniques such as antibody
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