• Based in the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, located at City East campus
• Full-time, fixed term contract ending 20 December 2020
• Salary range: $87,280 - $93,569 per annum (plus super)

About the Job

As the Research Associate, you will contribute to the research activities of the Applied Chemistry and Translational Biomaterials (ACTB) Group and the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences (PMB). You will play a key role in leading research initiatives, building capacity, working with industry collaborators, and generating high quality research outputs and publications.

Skills and Experience

To be successful, you will have a post graduate qualification in synthetic chemistry (or related field), and relevant research experience as well as a strong theoretical and practical background in synthetic and analytical chemistry. With excellent research and project management skills, you will be able to successfully initiate, plan and manage projects and work cooperatively in a diverse research team. A well-established record of writing, preparing and publishing peer-reviewed articles in quality journals commensurate with opportunity, will be essential.

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 resume and cover letter only (NB: Please detail in the cover letter your experience in synthetic chemistry with a particular emphasis on examples of problem solving and innovation). Please address your cover letter for the role to Chloe Juniper, Senior 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 #2010.

Applications close: 11:30 pm Monday 14 October 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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