Research Focused Academic at GDG on Campus | University of Sydney

Camperdown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

100013.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Patch Clamp Electrophysiology, Optogenetics, Fluorescent GPCR Sensors, Amygdala Physiology, Orbitofrontal Cortex Physiology, Endogenous Neuromodulator Pharmacology, Animal Models of Addiction, Reward Learning, Aversive Learning, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Collaboration, Grant Applications, PhD Supervision

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Full time, fixed term until April 2026 Located in the Charles Perkins Centre and Sydney Pharmacy School Base Salary from $100,013 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Sydney Pharmacy School is a globally recognised leading centre for pharmacy research and education. Our teams of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy, across a range of therapeutic areas. Our team of researchers lead internationally competitive research projects ranging from molecules to medicine. Join the team as a Research Fellow and work on defining new cellular targets for the treatment of opioid addiction and chronic pain. You will work under the supervision of Professor Elena Bagley and will work on defining new cellular targets for the treatment of opioid addiction and chronic pain. You will play a key role using your quantitative and qualitative skills to collect data and work on various research components. As a Research Fellow you will support the design, development and evaluation of the how opioids alter neural function to support the development of compulsive drug use and chronic pain. Your key responsibilities will be to: Apply and refine expertise in research methodologies to undertake original research (either independently or as part of a team) within discipline or area of expertise develop research collaborations which will ultimately result in knowledge or technology transfer leading to commercialization, improved policy or practice and/or enhancements to industry assist with future grant applications and supervision of PhD students. About you: Have a PhD in in neuroscience or pharmacology or another relevant discipline have strong expertise and experience in patch clamp electrophysiology and optogenetics have strong expertise in fluorescent GPCR sensors have strong expertise and experience in amygdala and/or orbitofrontal cortex physiology have strong expertise and experience in endogenous neuromodulator pharmacology have strong expertise and experience in animal models of addiction or reward/aversive learning demonstrate a track record of impactful research and publications in their field demonstrate a strong track record of effectively working in multi-disciplinary teams, industry and professional institutions, health partners, and stakeholders. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. Work Rights You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rachel Ann Yazigi, Recruitment Operations by email to rachel.yazigi@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 04 November 2025 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. 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Responsibilities

As a Research Fellow, you will define new cellular targets for the treatment of opioid addiction and chronic pain. You will support the design, development, and evaluation of how opioids alter neural function to support the development of compulsive drug use and chronic pain.