Research Fellow
About The Position
The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences is seeking a Research Fellow / Laboratory Manager (Level B) to join the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology within the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute, based at the Clayton campus. This research-only academic role combines independent research leadership with hands-on laboratory management and technical expertise . You will design and execute advanced experiments in molecular biology, membrane protein biochemistry and structural biology, while supporting the effective operation and capability of the laboratory. The role plays a critical part in driving high-quality research outputs, mentoring staff and students, and contributing to competitive grant and publication activity.
Requirements
- A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent research experience
- A strong track record of refereed research publications
- Demonstrated expertise in membrane protein biochemistry and cryo-electron microscopy
- Experience supervising or mentoring research staff and postgraduate students
- High-level organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing collegially within a multidisciplinary research environment
- Experience using relevant analytical and computational tools such as cryoSPARC and RELION
Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative research leading to high-quality publications
- Design and perform experiments in molecular biology, protein expression and membrane protein biochemistry
- Apply advanced structural biology approaches, including single particle cryogenic electron microscopy
- Analyse data and prepare figures, manuscripts and research reports
- Contribute to the development of grant applications and funding proposals
- Provide guidance and supervision to research staff and students
- Support laboratory operations, research planning and administrative functions
- Participate in departmental, school and faculty research activities and meetings
Benefits
- inclusive, globally connected research environment
- access to world-class facilities, infrastructure and collaboration opportunities
- flexible and hybrid working arrangements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
