Careers & Opportunities
Postdoctoral Study
The CRG uses state of the art technologies to elucidate complex problems in reproduction and genomics. Our current research ranges from pure, theory based projects through to applied research with a focus on improving human health and animal productivity. This diverse research base provides a large number of research opportunities that would suit B.Sc (Hons), Pg.Dip.Sci, M.Sc. or Ph.D students with an interest in genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology and physiology. The CRG has world-class research staff, facilities and strong international collaborations, offering students excellent opportunities to gain a variety of highly pertinent research and technical skills.
Project details
can be seen here.
We are interested in receiving expressions of interest from suitably qualified prospective Postdoctoral candidates with an interest in:
- Reproduction
- Physiology
- Genomics
- Genetics
- Molecular biology
- Bioinformatics
Funding
At this time the CRG has no postdoctoral awards of its own, but we welcome enquires from recent graduates seeking Postdoctoral training opportunities that align with the CRG cores interests funded via local (e.g. FRST, AGMARDT, HRC) or international Fellowship schemes. Prospective applicants are encouraged to make contact with Professor Gemmell or other CRG staff early to discuss the potential for the CRG to host them.
Some possible funding sources are:
ISAT Bilateral Research Activities Programme
The Bilateral Research Activities Programme (BRAP) is a part of the International Science and Technology (ISAT) Linkages Fund of the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology. BRAP is a Government funded programme designed to support international science and technology links between New Zealand and the world. There are two calls for applications to BRAP annually.
New Zealand-Japan Bilateral Cooperation Programme
The Ministry of Research, Science and Technology sponsors international bilateral exchange programmes for postdocs and researchers. Information on the New Zealand-Japan Bilateral Coorperation Programme is provided by the Ministry of Research, Science and Technology (MoRST) and by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS). See full details.
New Zealand/Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) Programme
The broad purpose of the programme is to foster exchange of researchers between New Zealand and Germany. The focus of this programme changes from year to year. See full details.
Fulbright Awards
Fulbright New Zealand hosts a range of visiting scholars and professionals from the US. See full details.
NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowships
The NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowships (PDF) Program provides support to a core of the most promising Canadian researchers at a pivotal time in their careers. The fellowships are also intended to secure a supply of highly qualified Canadians with leading-edge scientific and research skills for Canadian industry, government, and universities. NSERC fellowships can be held at universities and research centres abroad, including New Zealand. See full details.
Outgoing Fellowships Programme
The Royal Society's Outgoing Fellowships Programme aims to enable young and outstanding postdoctoral scientists from the UK to conduct cutting-edge research with their overseas counterparts. The Fellowships to Australia, Canada and New Zealand are particularly aimed at young postdoctoral scientists early stages of their careers. See full details
FRST Postdoctoral Fellowships
New Zealand residents who have a PhD and wish to conduct research, postdoctoral fellowships are available from the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology (FRS&T). See full details.
AGMARDT Expatriate Post-Doctoral Fellowships
On application, at any time of the year, Fellowships are available at short notice to assist with the integration of expatriate New Zealand scientists, at post-doctoral level, into New Zealand institutions. Funding is available for two years. The number supported will depend on the availability of funds at the time. The Fellowships are for $176,000 (GST inclusive). See full details.
University of Otago Health Sciences Career Development Programme - Postdoctoral Fellowships
These Postdoctoral Fellowships are intended to support outstanding NZ Health Sciences graduates who have recently completed a degree at doctoral level. See full details.
If you qualify for one of these schemes and would like to undertake research with the Centre for Reproduction and Genomics, then please feel free to contact us.
Applications
Interested applicants are encouraged to make informal enquires to Professor Gemmell in the first instance. Enquiries should include a brief outline of your academic background, area of research interest, work history and a CV that includes the names of three referees to Professor Gemmell (neil.gemmell@otago.ac.nz).