Assistant Research Fellow - Anatomy-2600837

DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY | TE TARI KIKOKIKO

FACULTY OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | TE KAUPEKA MĀTAI ROKOĀ-KOIORA

Mō te tīma | About our team

Since its establishment in 1905, the Department Anatomy has grown to become one of the largest departments in the University of Otago. Our department makes major contributions to the undergraduate and postgraduate education of students in science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, medical lab sciences, nutrition, and physical education. We are committed to excellence in both teaching and research. We also have a number of internationally recognised research groups led by experienced academic staff.

Te mahi | The role

As an Assistant Research Fellow in our department, you will contribute to the research objectives of an externally funded research programme from The Royal Society Te Apārangi Marsden Fund “Molecular and cellular organisation underlies the asymmetric regeneration of sensory axons”.

Key tasks of the role include:

•    Experimental design and laboratory research.

•    Performing DNA cloning experiments.

•    Performing biochemical assays (e.g. western blot, immunoprecipitations)

•    Preparation and maintenance of cell cultures.

•    Performing and analysis of immunocytochemistry.

•    Performing imaging experiments.

•    Ensuring all laboratory facilities run smoothly and efficiently in support of the research.

•    Record keeping, result tabulation and basic data analysis.

•    Assistance with literature searches and manuscript preparation.

•    Other laboratory tasks, as required.

Kā pūkeka me kā wheako | Your skills and experience

The successful candidate will have:

•    A postgraduate qualification in neurobiology, cell biology, biochemistry or similar.

•    Experience in neurobiology, cell biology or a closely related field is highly desirable.

•    Confocal microscopy and immunocytochemistry skills.

•    Experience with cell culture.

•    Willingness to learn primary neuron cell culture.

•    Experience with DNA cloning and biochemical assays.

•    A thorough approach to laboratory practice, accurate record-keeping, attention to detail and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

•    Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of people within a research environment.

•    Ability to work independently, without direct supervision, set priorities and allocate own timetable.

Pūroko | Further details

This is a full-time (1 FTE) fixed term position (15 months from 1 July 2026 to 01 October 2027) appointment, located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.

The appointment range to this role is $62,496 to $84,125 per annum.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that we honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.

For further information regarding the role, please contact Dr Laura Gumy via the contact details below.

Tono | Application

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

•    Curriculum vitae.

•    Letter of application that addresses your skills and experience relevant to the position.

•    Date on which you would be available to take up the appointment.

•    Names and email addresses of at least three referees.

To submit your application please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2600837 will close on Monday, 15 June 2026.

Applications may be considered as they are received. The University reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.

Additional Information

Contact: Dr Laura Gumy

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Location: About Dunedin

Primary Location NZL-SI-Dunedin

Employment Status Fixed Term 

Salary Level and Range Assistant Research Fellow ($62,496 to $84,125)

Organisation Anatomy

Job Function Research