Postdoctoral Research Associate

• Full time, 3 years fixed term position. Located at the School of Chemistry on the Camperdown Campus

• Contribute to a project that seeks to develop new synthetic methods for the greener production of bioactive peptide molecules

• Base Salary Level A, $105,350 - $112,462 p.a + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The School of Chemistry is welcoming applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Peptide Chemistry to work on an ARC funded project in the Payne Research Group .  In order to achieve the goals of a funded ARC Linkage Grant research project we require someone with significant experience in peptide synthesis in particular green peptide synthesis and flow chemistry.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• contribute to knowledge within discipline or area of expertise in peptide chemistry, organic chemistry and chemical biology

• apply learnings and knowledge from research and scholarly activity to inform educational practice and reform

• perform internationally leading research in the areas of organic chemistry and peptide chemistry

• train and supervise undergraduate and PhD research students

• enhance a positive workplace culture and strategic direction of the University.

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.  The School has more than 30 academic staff, 100 research staff, and 100 research students that conduct research across the full spectrum of pure and applied chemistry. 

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.  With the support of over 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.

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 in peptide chemistry or closely-related discipline e.g. organic chemistry

• experience in working with peptides and/or proteins

• experience in peptide synthesis, purification and characterisation

• experience in research record keeping, preparation of research papers and presentation of seminars

• published research as first author and/or in collaboration.

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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

Applications (including a cover letter (maximum 1 page), CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected].

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Applications Close

Thursday 22 February 2024 11:59 PM