REISNER@dmb.csiro.au (07/12/89)
Research Scientist Position
CSIRO Division of Biotechnology
Sydney Australia
CSIRO
RESEARCH SCIENTIST
A$31,525 - A$45,699
LABORATORY FOR MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Division of Biotechnology,
NORTH RYDE, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
MOLECULAR GENETICIST:
THE JOB:
The applicant will join a small team studying the control of gene expression in
Drosophila melanogaster with the aim of developing new strategies for animal
genetic engineering. The project will focus on regulatory elements central to
the pattern of gene expression initiated by the steroid hormone ecdysone. Work
will involve recombinant DNA technology and animal cell/embryo transformation.
THE PERSON:
Applicants should possess a PhD or equivalent qualification in biochemistry or
molecular biology.
CONDITIONS:
Appointment will be for a term of three years, with Australian Government
superannuation available.
MORE INFORMATION:
Prospective applicants are invited to write to or telephone Dr. Ronald Hill
(+612)886 4888 in the Division of Biotechnology for further information.
(electronic mail address - hill@dmb.csiro.au)
Mr. Brad Rilatt may be contacted at the same address or on the same number to
provide selection criteria.
APPLICATIONS:
Applications quoting reference No. BN024 should be submitted by 31 July 1989.
They should be framed against the selection criteria and should state relevant
personal particulars including details of qualifications and experience.
Applicants should nominate at least two professional referees and address their
applications to:
The Chief,
Division of Biotechnology,
Laboratory for Molecular Biology,
P.O.Box 184,
North Ryde, NSW, 2113.
Fax No. (+612) 886 4805
CSIRO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PROMOTES A SMOKE FREE WORKPLACE
RESEARCH SCIENTIST - POSITION BN024
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL
1. PhD in Biochemistry or molecular biology.
2. Experience with recombinant DNA technology
3. Good academic record.
4. Ability to function as a team member.
5. Good technical skills.
DESIRABLE
1. Experience with Drosophila melanogaster biology and molecular biology.
2. A desire to pursue a career in scientific research.
3. Experience with transformation of Drosophila and/or mammalian embryos.
4. Experience with tissue culture and transformation of tissue culture
cells.
5. Publications.