Macquarie University
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Neuroscience and Flow Cytometry for Parkinson's Research Macquarie University in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Full-time 24-month fixed-term postdoctoral appointment at an annual base salary of AUD 112,550 (Level A, step 6 - PhD awarded rate), plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.
Deadline
Sep 10, 2026
Country
Australia
University
Macquarie University

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Macquarie University is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position based at the Wallumattagal Campus in North Ryde, Sydney, Australia. The role sits within the 2IR NeuroHub in the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences and supports research on Parkinson's disease and other neurodegenerative movement disorders.
The project focuses on immune cell biomarkers and uses flow cytometry, human biosamples, and multimodal clinical datasets to investigate biological mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment of neurodegenerative disease. The successful candidate will work alongside Professor Nicolas Dzamko and a multidisciplinary team.
Research areas / keywords: neuroscience, immunology, Parkinson's disease, flow cytometry, biomarkers, human immune cells, clinical datasets, laboratory research.
Role highlights: design and optimisation of multicolour flow cytometry panels; analysis and interpretation of flow cytometry data; integration of laboratory data with clinical and other datasets; record keeping; publication and dissemination of findings; laboratory support and compliance with biosafety/WHS requirements; contribution to students and colleagues.
Eligibility: applicants should have a PhD in neuroscience, immunology, or a related discipline, plus laboratory/technical experience and strong organisational skills. Experience with PBMCs, monocytes, T-cells, and panel optimisation is preferred. The role requires Australian work rights, on-site work during normal business hours, Category A immunisation compliance, and completion of police and academic verification checks.
Funding: full-time, 24-month fixed-term appointment with an annual base salary of AUD 112,550 (Level A, step 6 - PhD awarded rate), plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.
Application deadline: Thursday, 10 September 2026 at 11:59 p.m. AEST.
How to apply: submit an online application with your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Role-specific enquiries can be directed to Professor Nicolas Dzamko at [email protected].
Funding details
Full-time 24-month fixed-term postdoctoral appointment at an annual base salary of AUD 112,550 (Level A, step 6 - PhD awarded rate), plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.
What's required
Completion of a PhD in neuroscience, immunology or a related discipline; demonstrated experience in a laboratory or technical environment; experience developing, optimising and performing multicolour flow cytometry panels, ideally using peripheral human immune cells such as PBMCs, monocytes and T-cells; careful attention to detail; ability to follow established procedures and protocols accurately; strong organisational and time management skills; capacity to manage multiple tasks and troubleshoot; valid Australian work rights for the duration of the appointment; willingness to work on site during normal business hours; ability to meet Category A immunisation requirements; police check and academic verification check required.
How to apply
Apply online with a CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. For role-specific enquiries, contact Professor Nicolas Dzamko by email.
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