Research Fellow - Brain Rehabilitation And Recovery Research Group

The OpportunityAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals recovering from neurological damage?We're seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to ground-breaking work within our Brain Rehabilitation and Recovery research group.If you have a doctoral qualification in neuroscience or a related field, we want to hear from you!Key Responsibilities Conducting translational research aligned with our group's objectives, focusing on improving long-term outcomes for adults post-neurological damage, particularly stroke and traumatic brain injury.Developing research projects, including compiling and submitting ethics proposals, ordering supplies, and drafting standard operating procedures and risk assessments.Training and supervising undergraduate students, overseeing research procedures, and analysing data.Engaging in preclinical work utilizing rodent trauma models, neuropharmacology, neuroimaging (, MRI), and cellular and molecular methods.Participating in clinical research to evaluate new therapeutic interventions in neurology, utilizing survey and qualitative methodologies.Key Selection Criteria Doctoral qualification in neuroscience or a related field.Demonstrated analytical and manuscript preparation skills with a track record of refereed research publications.Ability to solve complex problems innovatively and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing clear, succinct reports and documents.Experience with in vitro tissue culture and molecular procedures such as DNA/RNA extraction, western blot, ELISAs, and immunohistochemistry.Proficiency in in vivo rodent models, including behavioral tests and surgical procedures.Experience with human participants and interview/survey methodologies.Familiarity with research project design, ethics proposals, data analysis, and training/supervising students.If you're ready to contribute to cutting-edge research in brain rehabilitation and recovery, apply now to join our dynamic team!About Monash UniversityAt Monash, work feels different.There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise.That's why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.Learn more about Monash.Be part of our story.Work with us to #ChangeIt.Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments.This includes supporting parents.To Apply