Macquarie University
Neuroscience
ResearchAssistantNeuroscience
“Research Assistant- Neuroscience at Macquarie University. Skills: Neuroscience research, Laboratory procedures, Tissue sample processing, Data analysis. Undertake routine laboratory procedures. Prepare laboratory reagents, buffers, solutions, and consumables”
Industry & Context.
Compliance with Category A immunisation requirements, Relevant vaccination and immunisation assessments
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Completion of a degree in biomedical science, neuroscience, molecular biology, or a related or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through relevant experience, Demonstrated experience in a laboratory or technical environment, Experience in applying standard laboratory techniques such as tissue preparation, handling, and/or immunohistochemistry, Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures and protocols accurately, Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise routine tasks, Effective interpersonal and communication skills, Valid work rights in Australia
Nice to Have
Experience working with biological tissue (human and/or animal models), Microscopy, Digital imaging, Image analysis software, Familiarity with neurodegenerative disease research
What You'll Do.
Undertake routine laboratory procedures
Prepare laboratory reagents
Assist with specialised techniques
Maintain laboratory equipment
Acquire microscopy images
Undertake digital image processing
Organise microscopy images
Perform basic quantitative image analysis
Collect experimental data
Record experimental data
Organise experimental data
Perform anatomical annotation
Perform tissue-based analyses
Maintain laboratory facilities
Ensure laboratory compliance
Provide technical support
Assist with experimental workflows
Contribute to project milestones
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work within a multidisciplinary research team; Communicate progress and technical issues to supervisors; Provide support to students and other staff
Communication Scope
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
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