Full time, 2 years fixed term Located at the School of Chemistry on the Camperdown Campus
Opportunity to contribute to multidisciplinary research on biological adaptations to heavy metals
Base Salary, Level A Step 6 $113,400 p.a. + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Chemistry is one of Australia's main centres for chemical research and education. We have access to a comprehensive range of modern research and teaching facilities. The School attracts outstanding undergraduate students, including large numbers of talented students, from all over Australia and has a large cohort of postgraduate research students and offers a vibrant and world class research environment.
The School is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Metallomics and Chemical Biology with the primary responsibility of performing metallomics studies including the preparation of responsive fluorescent sensors for application in biological studies. This project is funded by a grant from the Human Frontier for Science Program, and will involve collaboration with researchers from different disciplines across four countries.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
undertake research in metallomics and chemical biology
publish research papers
demonstrate research excellence
assist with grant writing and publishing original work
support teaching activities and the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The School of Chemistry at the University of Sydney is a leading Chemistry department in the country, with outstanding staff and students undertaking world-leading teaching and research. Our more than 30 academic staff, 100 research staff, and 100 research students conduct research across the full spectrum of pure an applied chemistry. With the support of 30+ professional, technical and administrative staff, the School of Chemistry administers and delivers undergraduate teaching for about 2500 students. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace by improving equity, access and opportunity, and we are continuously working to identify and remove biases and barriers in an effort to make our workplace open, supportive and safe for everyone.
Our research excellence is recognised by numerous prizes and awards to individual staff members and the award of over $7 million in research funding each year. Our staff are also recognised for their outstanding commitment to teaching excellence.
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About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who has:
a PhD (or near completion) in organic chemistry, chemical biology, protein engineering or a closely related discipline
experience in the synthesis, purification and characterization of organic molecules
experience in the use of research methodologies relevant to metallomics
experience in the preparation and deployment of fluorescent proteins will be highly regarded
experience in biological studies will be highly regarded
proven ability to conduct research/scholarly activities under limited supervision either independently or as a member of a team
experience in student supervision at the undergraduate and graduate level
proficient in the use of: NMR, IR, MS and UV-vis and fluorescence spectroscopy
published research as sole author or in collaboration
experience in research record keeping, preparation of research papers and presentation of seminars.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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Sunday 28 September 2025 11:59 PM
