[vslist] ANU Canberra, 2 post-docs: Suction pipette recordings / Electroretinogram

[Trevor Lamb]

Two post-doc positions are available in the:
Visual Neuroscience Laboratory, Division of Neuroscience,
John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University,
Canberra

Post-doctoral / Research Fellows (Two positions)  Academic Levels A/B
Reference:  JC2309=20
Fixed Term =96 3 years
Salary Range:  Level A: $44,434 - $53,620 pa; Level B: $56,322 - $66,452
pa

Professor Trevor Lamb is studying the molecular mechanisms of
phototransduction using several approaches, including: suction pipette
recordings from single photoreceptor cells, ERG recordings from human
subjects, and mathematical modelling of transduction and adaptation.
The overall aim of the research is to provide a better understanding of
the detailed molecular steps underlying the light response: especially
the shut-off and recovery steps.  Further information is available at
http://jcsmr.anu.edu.au/dns/lamb.

Position 1.  Suction pipette recordings from single photoreceptors:

One position is available for research using the suction pipette
technique to record from single rod or cone photoreceptor cells.  This
post is funded by an HFSP grant, and will involve study of the
properties of cones from transgenic animals that have altered expression
levels of the proteins involved in transduction and/or shut-off of the
response.  The successful applicant will have experience of single-cell
electrophysiology in some area of neuroscience, preferably in the
retina.  Experience of transgenic techniques would be an advantage.

Position 2.  Electroretinogram recordings from human subjects:

One position is available for research using the electroretinogram (ERG)
recorded from human subjects.  This project will measure the recovery of
rod and cone photoreceptors from previous exposure to illumination, and
will provide information about the shut-off mechanisms in
phototransduction.  The successful applicant will have experience of
electrophysiology, ideally using ERGs or evoked potentials.=20

Selection Criteria: http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/jobs/ or contact HR
Management Section, JCSMR phone: +615 6125 2580 or email:
hr.jcsmr@anu.edu.au=20

Enquiries: If you wish to discuss the position after obtaining the
selection documentation, please contact Professor Trevor Lamb, +612 6125
8929, Trevor.Lamb@anu.edu.au

Closing Date:    31 July 2004

Information for applicants:
http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/Jobs/How_to_Apply/index.asp=20
Job Application Cover sheet:
http://info.anu.edu.au/policies/Forms/Human_Resources/Recruitment/HR86.a
sp.