Play an integral role in an international collaborative research team working to develop new treatments for optic nerve disease.

Join the team at the Centre for Eye Research Australia as a Research Fellow and become part of one of the world’s leading eye research institutes. CERA conducts research to discover the causes of eye disease, find new ways to detect and prevent vision loss and develop new treatments to save and restore sight.

To learn more about our work, please visit www.cera.org.au.

About the role

This position is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious scientist to join the research group of CERA's Managing Director, Professor Keith Martin. The Research Fellow will develop, engage in and ultimately lead high quality research projects that are aligned with Professor Martin’s focus areas of understanding the mechanisms of optic nerve degeneration in glaucoma.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Laboratory research expertise in neuroscience and/or vision research relevant to research into optic nerve degeneration and regeneration, including a research higher degree (PhD or equivalent)
• Excellent academic track record
• Excellent track record of publication in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals
• Collaborative attitude and ability to develop effective local, national and international collaborations

Working at CERA

We offer attractive employment benefits including salary packaging (making part of your salary tax-free), flexible working arrangements and family friendly policies. Whilst the work is challenging, you will be rewarded by contributing to an organisation that is focused giving people living with eye disease a chance to save their sight.

How to Apply

Submit a current resume and covering letter that details your interest and suitability for the role.

For more information please download the Position Description or contact Human Resources, by email: [email protected], using the subject line: Research Fellow - Glaucoma / Visual Neuroscience enquiry via EthicalJobs.