• Based in the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences located at City West campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract up to April 2020
• Salary range: $85,680 - $91,969 per annum (plus super)

About the Job

As the Research Associate, you will contribute to research in order to achieve defined objectives and test stated hypotheses related to medicinal chemistry and drug design for cancer research. You will offer new ideas on research directions, participate in the production of data to explore possible new methods and directions and review relevant literature.

As an active member of the research, you will contribute to the dissemination of new knowledge by assembling data for scientific papers along with attending and participating in conferences. You will also assess the requirements for laboratory and contribute to a safe and ethical working environment.

Skills and Experience

You will have a post graduate qualification in Medicinal Chemistry and an extensive knowledge of all aspects of medicinal chemistry and drug design. Your successful record of publications in highly-ranked refereed journals paired with strong project management skills and the ability to work across a diverse research team will be vital to your success.

A University of Enterprise

The University of South Australia (UniSA) is an innovative, outward-looking institution known for its strong and engaged research and its experientially-based teaching and learning that is conducted in close collaboration with business, industry, government and the professions.

In recent years, we have maintained a strong upward trajectory across a number of key indicators and are ranked among the world’s top 50 young institutions. We are committed to international education activities and alumni, graduates who are equipped to meet the demands and expectations of the worldwide workforce, a culturally diverse staff and increasing student mobility.

Benefits on Offer

At UniSA, we seek to enrich people’s lives through the creation and application of knowledge. Our staff love to be a part of an organisational culture that promotes a strong commitment to educating professionals, sharing knowledge, and engaging with our communities.

We offer a competitive remuneration package and we have a family friendly approach to ensure you enjoy a healthy work/life balance.

Lodging your Application

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit https://workingatunisa.nga.net.au/. Applicants are required to upload a cover letter and resume only. Please address your cover letter for the role to Amruta Das, Recruitment Consultant.

For further information about the position or the recruitment process, you can contact the UniSA Recruitment Central Team on +618 8302 1700 or via email to recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number #1675.

Applications close: 11.30 pm Sunday 24 March 2019

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

How to apply:

Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

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UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email recruitment@unisa.edu.au and you will receive a response within one working day.

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