Research Officer

**Role Type**: full time - 12 month contract
**Salary**: $109,334 - $117,360 p.a plus super
Lead MRI data analysis for global NF1 study
Collaborate with top global research hospitals
Use advanced tools; training and support provided
**The opportunity**:
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Officer to join the Developmental Imaging and Genetics and Development Groups at MCRI to work on a large, international collaborative project examining brain development in children with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). In concert with project partners based at The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, USA and the University of Manchester, UK, the Research Officer will lead the curation, quality control, processing and analysis of a large database of clinical MRI scans acquired in children with NF1. Based within the Developmental Imaging Group at MCRI, the Research Officer will have access to dedicated high-end computational resources, image analysis expertise and close collaborations with a network of clinical teams and paediatric researchers across the wider Clinical Sciences Theme.
**Your responsibilities include**:
Quality assurance and management of large neuroimaging datasets, including handling of potentially sensitive clinical data
Development of analytical methods to examine brain development using paediatric MRI scans
Takes leading role in dissemination of findings though publication and presentation at internal and external academic meetings
Computational and programming skills (e.g.; Python, git) and familiarity with neuroimaging analysis software and pipelines
**What we need from you**:
Relevant PhD/Doctoral qualification and, if applicable, relevant postdoctoral experience
Essential research experience in high-throughput neuroimaging analysis
Experience with clinical MRI data and PACS systems, DICOM conversion and file management
Computational and programming skills (e.g.; Python, git) and familiarity with neuroimaging analysis software and pipelines
What’s in it for you?
**Maximise Your Pay**: Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases
**Flexible Working Options**: Enjoy a variety of flexible work arrangements.
**Join a Reputable Organisation**: Take advantage of a unique opportunity to be part of a respected research institute
**Make a Difference**: Collaborate with a team passionate about making a positive impact
**Supportive Environment**: Work in a dynamic and energetic setting with our expanding team.
Who we are
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute envisions a transformative future for child health. Our institute is a hub of impactful scientific breakthroughs, particularly in early interventions, enhanced diagnosis, prevention, and potential cures. We thrive on collaborative, multidisciplinary problem-solving to address challenging queries in child health. Committed to inclusivity and respect, we foster a positive working environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a proud member of the Australian Network on Disability and a dedicated supporter of Science Australia Gender Equity (SAGE), we uphold principles of equal opportunity and diverse representation.
We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.
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Position Description
**Applications close**: Tuesday 26 August 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight time