Description

 Postdoctoral Research Associate or Research Fellow

The successful applicant will work with an outstanding international collaborative team from Australia and the US to meet the aims of a Charitable Foundation Grant funded research project. 
   You will work and gain experience in a multidisciplinary team using CRISPR Cas9 techniques and patch clamp electrophysiology to understand the effects of mutations in sarcomere proteins and the role of sex hormones on function and cardiac excitability in mouse models. 
   Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis

About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the area
The School of Human Sciences was formed in 2017 as an amalgamation of the School of Anatomy, Physiology & Human Biology and the School of Sports Science, Exercise and Health. The School is one of the largest in the University and makes a significant contribution to the BSc majors in Anatomy and Human Biology, Exercise and Health, Physiology, Neuroscience, Medical Sciences, and Sports Science. The School also play a key role in delivery of doctorate programs in medicine, dental medicine and podiatric medicine

Requirements

About you 
   Relevant degree and post graduate qualification in biophysics and/or physiology or pharmacology or molecular science or biochemistry
   Experience in patch-clamp measurement of ion channels, single channel and/or macroscopic currents, and pClamp software

Experience with the use of animals in research including surgical experience is highly desirable
   Ability to supervise students and/or staff