Research Associate in Biomaterials

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Post Doctoral Research Associate

The Opportunity

The Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering (GBIOM) has an opportunity for a Research Associate. This role is aligned with GBIOM’s goals through innovation, including applying the latest developments in nanotechnology to medicine. In this role you will contribute to research within the School through a collaborative project with Synedgen Inc to understand polymer interactions with blood vessels.

This position will give you the opportunity to develop your scholarly research and professional activities through your contributions to the writing of scientific papers and reports. You will also participate in conferences and workshops, assist with the supervision of students, and have active engagement with biomedical researchers.

This role reports to Professor Megan Lord and has no direct reports.

• Level A, Salary - $100,318 to $107,299 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed-term contract – 7 months
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, UNSW, is the largest and oldest Biomedical School in the Southern Hemisphere. We offer high-quality education programs and conduct, as well as translate cutting-edge research into clinical practice. From bionic devices to stem cells and cancer nanomedicine, it’s an exciting time for research at the UNSW Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering.

Our vision is to provide the best research and teaching environment that is relevant to the development of applications in the human healthcare sector. We aim to improve the quality of life for Australians with life-threatening or debilitating diseases. For further information about the School, please visit https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/biomedical-engineering

Skills and Experience

• PhD in biomaterials or a closely related field.
• Expertise in mammalian cell culture and analysis of polymer-cell interactions.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research with limited supervision.
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team and build effective professional relationships with academics, professional staff, students, and industry.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills and the ability to interact with academics, research students, professional staff, and industry.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives, and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description.

To Apply: Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience.You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]  

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 24th March 2024

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Advertised:08 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:24 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time