Summary:
Join the University of Sydney’s School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES) as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, focusing on the intricate processes governing flower development. This opportunity involves cutting-edge research within an international collaborative project, enhancing your expertise in plant developmental biology.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Plant Developmental Biology, Camperdown Campus, Australia
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Camperdown Campus |
| Time Type | Full time |
| Job Requisition ID | 0150883 |
| Base Salary | $89,831 – $121,054 + 17% superannuation |
| Contract Type | Fixed Term (3 years, with possibility of extension) |
Research Area:
Plant Developmental Biology, specifically focusing on flower development using Arabidopsis thaliana.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD or near completion in plant cell, developmental or molecular biology, or a related field.
- Proven track record in scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Expertise in plant genetics, cloning, biochemistry, gene expression, and protein-protein interaction analysis.
- Experience in dissection and confocal imaging is a plus.
Job Description:
- Collaborate within an international ERC-funded team focused on re-engineering a complex developmental system.
- Generate and maintain transgenic Arabidopsis lines containing GFP-based polarity reporters.
- Document protein expression and localization patterns using live imaging and whole-mount immunolocalization.
- Conduct fine-scale perturbation experiments to test regulatory hypotheses.
- Supervise PhD students and coordinate research activities with international collaborators.
- Interpret data, write manuscripts, and present findings at conferences.
How to Apply:
Applications must include a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation. Submit your application via the Apply button at the top of the job listing page.
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Last Date to Apply:
Applications close on Tuesday, 09 June 2026, at 11:59 PM.
