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Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied Bone Biology (A392-09B)
- Title:Postdoctoral Fellow in Applied Bone Biology (A392-09B)
- Date listed: Tue 03 Nov
- Apply before: Fri 27 Nov
- Location: Wanganui
Purpose Statement
To carry out cross-disciplinary team-based research on the micro- and macro- structure of bone in domestic animals by applying chemical characterization techniques to the study of bone tissue.
Key Accountability Areas
The Fellow is required to:
*undertake research in the chemical characterisation of bone using vibrational spectroscopy
* any other duties as specified by the project leader
*be familiar with Institute guidelines and rules for safety and approved practices in experimental work
*maintain a tidy and safe laboratory working environment
*maintain accurate and tidy records of experiments in a laboratory notebook and store all key data on Institute shared drive
*participate fully in the Academic activities of the Institute in which they are working
*provide three monthly written reports to the project leader summarizing progress and planned future studies
*devote him/herself full-time to University duties
*diligently and faithfully serve the University and use his/her best endeavours to promote and protect the interests of the University
*maintain confidentiality both during and after the appointment as Fellow
*ensure a close and productive collaborative relationships with other key Institutes and persons involved in the work
Person Specification
Qualifications
A PhD in inorganic chemistry, and university qualification relevant to domestic animal orthopaedic diseases or bone biology.
Experience
Experience in the use of vibrational spectroscopic techniques is required, as well as in methods of assessment of bone tissue properties. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of the work, experience in managing cross-disciplinary research projects is highly desirable.
Attributes and Skills
*experience in microstructural investigation of inorganic or composite materials
*broad experience of chemical characterization techniques applicable to bone
*a good knowledge of bioinformatic tools
*experimental creativity
*ability to write scientific papers
*high level of computing skills
*initiative and enthusiasm
*commitment to quality improvement, upskilling and personal development
*ability to organise and maintain quality records
*integrity and confidentiality
*time-management skills
*ability to work as a member of a team
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To carry out cross-disciplinary team-based research on the micro- and macro- structure of bone in domestic animals by applying chemical characterization techniques to the study of bone tissue.
Key Accountability Areas
The Fellow is required to:
*undertake research in the chemical characterisation of bone using vibrational spectroscopy
* any other duties as specified by the project leader
*be familiar with Institute guidelines and rules for safety and approved practices in experimental work
*maintain a tidy and safe laboratory working environment
*maintain accurate and tidy records of experiments in a laboratory notebook and store all key data on Institute shared drive
*participate fully in the Academic activities of the Institute in which they are working
*provide three monthly written reports to the project leader summarizing progress and planned future studies
*devote him/herself full-time to University duties
*diligently and faithfully serve the University and use his/her best endeavours to promote and protect the interests of the University
*maintain confidentiality both during and after the appointment as Fellow
*ensure a close and productive collaborative relationships with other key Institutes and persons involved in the work
Person Specification
Qualifications
A PhD in inorganic chemistry, and university qualification relevant to domestic animal orthopaedic diseases or bone biology.
Experience
Experience in the use of vibrational spectroscopic techniques is required, as well as in methods of assessment of bone tissue properties. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of the work, experience in managing cross-disciplinary research projects is highly desirable.
Attributes and Skills
*experience in microstructural investigation of inorganic or composite materials
*broad experience of chemical characterization techniques applicable to bone
*a good knowledge of bioinformatic tools
*experimental creativity
*ability to write scientific papers
*high level of computing skills
*initiative and enthusiasm
*commitment to quality improvement, upskilling and personal development
*ability to organise and maintain quality records
*integrity and confidentiality
*time-management skills
*ability to work as a member of a team
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