Senior Sleep Scientist – Research

Salary $95,000-$115,000 per annum, permanent role

About us

The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research is a not-for-profit research institute and an internationally recognised leader in research, clinical diagnosis and treatment. With a world-class team and network of researchers, clinicians and support staff we are committed to improving the respiratory and sleep health of all Australians. The Woolcock is ranked as the leading respiratory and sleep research organisation globally.

The Sleep and Circadian Research Group is the largest research group within the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research. The Group are world leaders in their field, working to forge new ground in the understanding of the biology of sleep and the prevention and treatment of sleep disorders.

We are seeking to grow our team with the appointment of an outstanding Senior Sleep Scientist – Research (permanent role).

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to and collaborate with the sleep research team on research study design and planning.
• Oversee the provision, technical accuracy and quality of research-related polysomnographic recordings.
• Provide sleep technology training for research team members.
• Facilitate protocol implementation (instrumentation and testing methodologies) required for research studies. 
• Contribute to the ongoing development and conduct of an effective quality assurance program.
• Oversee the maintenance and record keeping of sleep research equipment.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership within our multidisciplinary sleep research team.

Benefits

• Join Australia’s leading sleep and respiratory research organisation and be part of a dedicated team with a culture of collaboration.
• Salary Packaging options (up to $15,900 tax-free).
• Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650.
• Easily accessible by public transport.
• Relocation package available for relevant applicants (up to $5,000).
• Opportunities to engage in professional development (e.g. attend conferences) and academic outputs.

Essential criteria

• At least three years’ experience in a clinical and/or research sleep setting.
• Current certification in sleep science or clinical physiology e.g., RPSGT, ACCP, ANZSSA Certification in Sleep Science.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities (including prior experience in a leadership role and/or leading a team), with a focus on operational excellence and team collaboration.
• Advanced knowledge and experience across a broad range of sleep physiological measurements.
• Advanced knowledge of scientific equipment and quality assurance processes.
• Technical proficiency in the performance of diagnostic and treatment polysomnography.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of research principles.

Desirable criteria

• Technical knowledge of high-density electroencephalography (EEG).
• Expertise in EEG signal processing and quantitative EEG analysis approaches including programming expertise (MATLAB and Python). 
• PhD or Masters by research.

How to apply

If you would like to apply for this position, please submit your CV and Cover Letter (must respond to each of the Essential Criteria above) to Emma Funnell at emma.funnell@woolcock.org.au or apply with the same via Seek.

Questions about the role can be directed to Emma at the above email address.

Closing date: 5pm, Sunday 13 October 2024.