Post-Doctoral Fellow

• Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
• Duration: 3 year Fixed Term contract
• Remuneration: $113,911 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading  
• Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
• Location: Kensington, Sydney

School of Optometry & Vision Science

The School of Optometry & Vision Science aims to advance vision and eye health in society through world-class, innovative, multidisciplinary education and research. Our programs offer a blend of innovative teaching and clinical practice, supported by world-renowned academics and internationally recognised research. 

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. 

Some key skills required:

• A PhD in biomedical sciences, optometry, vision science, ophthalmology, pharmacology, or a related discipline.
• Conduct high-quality wet laboratory research:
  • test novel therapeutic candidates using in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo experimental models.
  • perform assays to evaluate key disease processes, including cell migration, tissue remodelling, and molecular marker analysis.
  • collaborate with interdisciplinary collaborators 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 within the group, as required.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary collaborators (chemistry, engineering, ophthalmology) to deliver project milestones.
• Demonstrated expertise in in vivo mouse models, with preference for experience in ocular models (e.g. laser-induced choroidal neovascularisation).
• Strong technical skills in cell culture, microscopy, molecular biology, and immunohistochemistry.
• Evidence of high-quality research output, relative to opportunity, including publications and conference presentations.

Please refer to the position description for full details.

Pre-employment checks required for this position

• Verification of qualifications

UNSW 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 below. 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 15^th 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, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.