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Research Assistant- Neuroscience

GraduateJuniorFull-timeOfficeAustraliaPosted 2 months agoVerified 2 months ago
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About the job

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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