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Research Assistant- Neuroscience

GraduateJuniorFull-timeOfficeAustraliaProfessional servicesPosted 1 week agoVerified 1 week ago
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This job is about contributing to groundbreaking neurodegenerative disease research at Macquarie University, focusing on Parkinson's disease and related conditions. The opportunity to provide technical and operational support in a laboratory environment is crucial for understanding complex diseases affecting the brain. The team thrives on collaboration and communication, working together towards shared goals in a multidisciplinary setting.

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You'll be responsible for

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Providing technical and laboratory support

Undertaking routine laboratory procedures including tissue preparation, sectioning, and immunohistochemistry staining in accordance with established protocols.
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Data collection and processing

Acquiring microscopy images and undertaking digital image processing, organisation, and basic quantitative image analysis.
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Maintaining laboratory facilities

Ensuring laboratory compliance with biosafety and WHS requirements, and maintaining accurate records of tissue samples and experimental procedures.

Key criteria

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Laboratory techniques experience

Demonstrated experience in standard laboratory techniques like tissue preparation.

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Degree in relevant field

Completion of a degree in biomedical science or neuroscience.

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Data collection skills

Experience in collecting and organizing experimental data accurately.

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5 criteria for this job
Laboratory techniques experience
Demonstrated experience in standard laboratory techniques like tissue preparation.

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Degree in relevant field
Completion of a degree in biomedical science or neuroscience.

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Data collection skills
Experience in collecting and organizing experimental data accurately.

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Microscopy and imaging knowledge
Familiarity with microscopy and digital image analysis software.

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Attention to detail
Proven ability to follow established procedures and protocols accurately.

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