Senior Microscopy Services OfficerLocation: St Lucia CampusTime Type: Full timePosted On: Posted 3 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R-44638Queensland Brain InstituteFull-time (100%), permanent positionBase salary will be in the range $98,582.63 - $107,349.47 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)Based at our St Lucia CampusAbout This OpportunityThe Senior Microscopy Services Officer works as part of the QBI Advanced Microscopy Facility (AMF) team to provide high-level, specialist technical research expertise and support to researchers. This role is primarily responsible for providing training on basic and advanced optical techniques and image processing and analysis to research scientists, performing troubleshooting and maintenance on the large suite of optical microscopes within the QBI AMF.Key responsibilities will include:Train researchers in various microscopy techniques, including bright-field, epi-fluorescence, confocal laser-scanning, two-photon, spinning-disk, light-sheet, high-content, calcium, live-cell, structured illumination, and single-molecule localisation microscopy.Provide researchers with training and advice in basic and advanced image analysis techniques using various software tools (e.g., Imaris, Amira, FIJI, Neurolucida, Huygens Professional Suite).Assist with managing the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of general and advanced microscopy systems.Offer specialist scientific and technical expertise, collaborate with research groups, and custom-build optical microscopy platforms.Contribute to research methodologies, manage research housekeeping (e.g., waste disposal, sample storage), and lead the development of a proactive safety culture.Exercise leadership responsibilities, participate in technical leadership meetings, and train, supervise, and develop junior research staff.About YouCompletion of post-graduate qualifications in neuroscience, biomedical engineering, or physics with subsequent experience in biomedical research or optical development, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.Demonstrated research-relevant knowledge and skills with expertise in a wide range of specialist and general research techniques at all stages of the research cycle.Expertise in the application of standard microscopy techniques such as bright-field and epi-fluorescence microscopy and slide scanning.Advanced knowledge of live-cell and live-animal imaging, confocal laser-scanning microscopy, two-photon laser-scanning microscopy, spinning-disk confocal microscopy, light-sheet microscopy, high-content imaging, and advanced applications such as FRAP, and FRET.Experience in super-resolution techniques such as structured illumination microscopy and single-molecule localisation microscopy.Leadership skills, including the ability to supervise and develop more junior staff.Significant experience of working in live-cell and live-animal research.Advanced technical capabilities in 2D, 3D, and 4D image analysis applications such as Imaris, Amira, CellProfiler, ImageJ/FIJI, SlideBook, NIS Elements, cellSens, and Zen.Experience in optical development.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to produce clear, succinct research documentation and the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of research and scientific staff.Commitment to upholding the University's values with personal qualities of openness, respectfulness, and integrity, including research integrity, ethics, workplace health and safety.The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.Work Rights:You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.Want to Apply?All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section.Resume.Applications close Thursday 28 November at 11.00pm AEST (R-44638).
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