• Full time, 3-year fixed term, located on the Camperdown Campus at the Faculty of Science

• Join our Faculty as a Research-Focused Academic and play a key role in advancing impactful, discipline-leading research.

• Base Salary Level A, $113,400- $121,054 p.a + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The School of Life and Environmental Sciences is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Functional Genomics to apply and develop their research expertise in support of the Faculty’s research agenda. Working under broad supervision, the role involves conducting high-quality research independently and as part of a collaborative research team, contributing specialist knowledge within the discipline, and providing expert advice as a key point of contact. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will exercise sound judgement in selecting appropriate research methods, planning and prioritising tasks, resolving routine research matters, and working with colleagues to address more complex challenges to deliver agreed research outcomes.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct high-quality research and scholarly or professional activity independently and collaboratively, contributing to the advancement of discipline knowledge

• develop and strengthen independent research capabilities under the guidance of senior academic staff

• provide informal mentoring and academic advice to students within the discipline

• contribute to administrative activities, projects, and participation in faculty/school meetings as required

• foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration, excellence, diversity of thought, and achievement of outcomes

• support and contribute to the university and faculty/school strategic priorities through research and professional activities.

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 highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate who will:

• a PhD functional genomics or a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience

• deep knowledge of venom mechanism of action and the use of high throughput screening systems (primarily functional pooled CRISPR screening) to identify new venome mechanisms of action

• experience using FACS-based Ca2+ screening systems

• experience conducting original research and/or engaging in scholarly activity evidenced by at least one first author publication in the field

• effective communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations and provide high-quality customer service

• strong planning and organisational skills, with sound computer literacy

• developing networks with academic, industry, and professional partners and stakeholders.

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, 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 support filling out this application, please contact Shubhi Dhaka, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at [email protected]

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