Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Skeletal Muscle Tissue Engineering

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Skeletal Muscle Tissue Engineering

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Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time 

Duration: 12-month fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $80,464 – $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas – and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Level A research-only academic to join our team at ARMI. As a Post-Doctoral Fellow, you will lead innovative scientific projects focusing on skeletal muscle tissue engineering, working with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) in microfabricated devices (PDMS) and leveraging spatial transcriptomics to explore intercellular communication at specialised cellular junctions both in vivo and in vitro.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research independently or collaboratively, contributing to high-quality publications and conference presentations
• Engage in professional activities, including attending relevant seminars and conferences
• Support limited administrative functions and develop research-related materials for teaching as needed
• Design and execute advanced laboratory experiments, utilizing sophisticated equipment and methodologies
• Offer guidance within your research field to postgraduate students and participate in relevant meetings and committees

Key Selection Criteria

• A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline or a closely related field
• Proven research skills, including manuscript preparation and a track record of refereed publications
• Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and innovative thinking
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience in iPSC cell culture, differentiation, organ-on-chip technology, muscle biology, and microscopy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software, with a willingness to learn new tools

If you are ready to contribute to cutting-edge research and expand your expertise in skeletal muscle tissue engineering, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our dynamic research community!

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To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to ‘How to apply for Monash Jobs‘. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at in an email titled ‘Reasonable Adjustments Request’ for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Dr William Roman, Senior Research Fellow,

Position Description: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Skeletal Muscle Tissue Engineering

Applications Close: Tuesday 8 October , 11:55pm AEDT

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