Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEYResearch Field: Biological sciences, ChemistryResearcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), Established Researcher (R3)Country: AustraliaApplication Deadline: 20 Apr 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)Type of Contract: OtherJob Status: Full-timeIs the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? NoIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer DescriptionFull time research position, initial two-year fixed term with possibility of extensionOpportunity to lead a research program in peptide drug discoveryLocated at the Chemistry Building (F11) on the Camperdown Campus in SydneyBase Salary Academic Level A, Step 6 - 7 $109,301 - $112,690 + 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityThe School of Chemistry is currently seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemical Biology in the laboratory of Associate Professor Yu Heng Lau. You will be the senior chemical biologist on our peptide-based drug discovery projects funded by the NHMRC and Cancer Institute NSW.Your key responsibilities will be to:Drive a high-impact research program on peptide drug discovery, including mRNA/phage display, solid-phase peptide synthesis, structure-based design, binding assays, and cell culture models.Lead a team of junior research students, including laboratory supervision, project design, skills development, and career mentorship.Communicate and support research through writing of manuscripts, grant applications, and conference presentations.Manage ongoing partnerships with academic and industry collaborators.Coordinate laboratory administrative tasks, including equipment maintenance and lab organisation.About youThe 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 in Chemical Biology who has:A PhD in Chemical Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or closely-related discipline.Experience in conducting phage display workflows, or related molecular biology experience.Expertise in chemical synthesis of peptides and amino acids, including non-proteinogenic modifications.Ability to operate and maintain peptide-associated equipment (HPLC/LCMS, synthesiser, freeze dryer).Ability to conduct biophysical assays for protein binding (e.g. fluorescence polarisation assays).Ability to conduct mammalian cell culture assays.The base salary will increase in July 2025 by 3.75%.Work RightsVisa sponsorship is available for this appointment.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.Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Chris Masaoka, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au.Copyright: The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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