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Postdoctoral Fellow, Research School of Chemistry

Employer
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU)
Location
Canberra, Australia
Salary
$82,936 - $104,099 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Closing date
21 Oct 2024
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Academic Discipline
Physical Sciences, Chemistry
Job Type
Academic Posts, Postdocs
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Hours
Full Time

Classification: ANU Academic Level A
Salary package: $82,936 - $104,099 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Fixed Term (up to 12 months) 

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more, please click here.

ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

The Position

This is a key role in a friendly, motivated team undertaking cutting-edge research in organometallic and cluster chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, catalysis, and laser-based nonlinear optical studies. The position is supported by a grant from the Australian Research Council.

The Person

We are looking for a PhD-qualified research scientist with experience in chemical synthesis (particularly in organometallic, cluster and/or supramolecular chemistry). We are looking for someone who has highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management, who likes overcoming challenging problems, and who is a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues.

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Chemistry here: https://chemistry.anu.edu.au.

For more information about the position please contact Mark Humphrey at E: Mark.Humphrey@anu.edu.au.  

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

  • A current curriculum vitae (CV), publications list, and names and contact details of three academic referees including a current or previous supervisor
  • A two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates may be asked to complete a:

  • video interview
  • short seminar presentation on their previous research

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au or T: +61 2 6125 6147. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

For examples of common reasonable adjustments please click here.

The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

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