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PLANT ENERGY BIOLOGY ARC CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (REF: 2191)

A world-leading centre for proteomics approaches to plant energy metabolism

  • 2 year appointment, available immediately
  • Salary range: Level A $48,905 - $66,367 p.a. - minimum starting salary for appointee with PhD will be $61,827 p.a.
  • Closing date: Friday, 14 March 2008

The ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology includes four research teams undertaking research into organelle function and plant metabolism using functional genomics approaches in Arabidopsis. The Centre has state-of-the-art equipment for proteomics and metabolomics approaches and major resources for microarray analysis, plant genetics, imaging and computing.

A Research Associate is required to work on proteomic analysis of changes in mitochondrial function in plants during oxidative and environmental stress. The project will involve use of quantitative proteomic techniques, protein-protein interaction by monoclonal antibody based immuno-precipitation, purification of intact organelles and membranes and assessment of oxidative damage to mitochondrial proteins. Applicants must have a PhD in protein biochemistry or molecular biology, or related discipline. For further information regarding the research please visit the Centre website, or contact Professor Harvey Millar by email: hmillar(at)cyllene.uwa.edu.au.

APPLICATION DETAILS

The position description follows. Applicants must address the selection criteria. Written applications quoting the reference number, personal contact details, qualifications and experience, along with contact details of three referees should be sent to Director, Human Resources, The University of Western Australia, M350, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley WA 6009 or emailed to jobs@uwa.edu.au by the closing date. Details of selection criteria are found in the linked document.

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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (REF: 2135)

This position is funded through an ARC Discovery Grant and combines biochemistry and genetic approaches to answer questions related to the evolution of sexual reproduction in honey bees. Using high resolution protein separation techniques, mass spectrometry and molecular biology this position is aimed to unravel the sophisticated interactions between ejaculates and the female in order to gain insight into the molecular basis of sexual conflicts in this organism. The work is done in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence in Evolutionary Biology, based at UWA and in close cooperation with beekeepers of Western Australia.

  • 3 year 0.7 appointment
  • Salary Range: Level A $48,905 - $66,367 p.a. (full-time) - minimum starting salary for appointee with PhD will be $61,827 p.a. (full-time)
  • Closing date: Friday, 18 January 2008
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CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE FOR PLANT METABOLOMICS

Visit our website: http://www.plantmetabolomics.net.au

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (REF: 2091)

This is an outstanding opportunity to be involved in an exciting research initiative in a World-class research centre in a city with exceptional quality of life. The Centres of Excellence for Plant Metabolomics and Plant Energy Biology employ metabolomic and genetic approaches to study molecular plant physiology using Arabidopsis as the model. The Centres have state-of-the-art facilities for metabolomics, proteomics, microarrays, plant genetics, imaging and computing.

The research project will involve fundamental studies using a range of molecular and genetic tools to understand the mechanisms of lipid signaling in plants. We have discovered that modifications to fatty acid metabolism can influence the number, size and mobility of sub-cellular organelles, and can modify seed germination, vegetative growth and flowering. We have been able to significantly increase plant growth and seed yield by changing lipid metabolism.

  • 2 year appointment - with further employment dependent on funding
  • Salary Range: Level A $48,905 - $66,367 p.a. minimum starting salary for appointee with PhD will be $61,827 p.a.
  • Closing date: Friday 1 February 2008
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METABOLOMICS AUSTRALIA

Visit our website: http://www.metabolomics.net.au

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (REF: 2092)

This position combines metabolomic research and management of The University of Western Australia (UWA) node of Metabolomics Australia. Applicants must have a relevant tertiary qualification in chemistry, biochemistry or related discipline or demonstrated equivalent competency. The successful applicant will work closely with researchers at UWA and Murdoch University and collaborate with MA counterparts in Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane. The role is responsible for method development, analytical services, data provision to customers and budget control.

  • Appointment until 31 December 2011
  • Salary Range: Level A $48,905 - $66,367 p.a.
  • Closing date: - Friday, 1 February 2008
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ASSISTANT TECHNICAL/TECHNICIAN (LABORATORY) (REF: 2095)

This position is part of the West Australian node of Metabolomics Australia, a service of BioPlatforms Australia. The appointee will be responsible for equipment maintenance and operation, purchase of laboratory supplies, chemical analysis of biological samples and data collection. This position is based in the Molecular and Chemical Sciences Building at The University of Western Australia and some travel within Perth may be required. We are seeking a person who will pay utmost attention to quality and detail of experimental analysis and be willing to improve technical competence.

  • Appointment until 31 December 2011
  • Salary range: HEE Level 3 $38,923 - $43,283 p.a. or
  • Salary range: HEE Level 4 $45,100 - $48,007 p.a.
  • Level of appointment will be dependent on qualifications and experience
  • Closing date: Tuesday, 5 February 2008
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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (REF: 2024)

Applications are invited from a suitably qualified postdoctoral researcher to work on an International Science Linkage project forming part of an Australian contribution to the EU Framework 6 project AGRON-OMICS (www.agron-omics.eu).

  • 2 year appointment
  • Salary Range: Level A $48,905 - $66,367 p.a. minimum starting salary for appointee with PhD will be $61,827 p.a
  • Closing date: Friday, 23 November 2007
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LABORATORY ASSISTANT (PLANT GROWTH AND GENETICS)

Applications are invited for the position of Laboratory Assistant to manage a controlled-environment plant growth and genetics facility and to provide support services to members of the Centre. Responsibilities include growing plants, ordering supplies, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, maintaining records and facilitating compliance with statutory regulations. Applicants must have a Certificate in Laboratory Techniques or demonstrated equivalent competence.

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COMPUTATIONAL SYSTEMS BIOLOGY CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Outstanding opportunities to be involved in an exciting multidisciplinary research project in a world class research environment in a city with exceptional quality of life

 

RESEARCH FELLOW (REF: 1572)
(SENIOR SYSTEMS BIOLOGIST)
• 4 year appointment
• Salary range: Level B $66,203 - $78,618 p.a.

A research scientist and group leader with developed skills in systems biology approaches is required to play a leading role in the initiation and progression of the research projects.

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