Postdoctoral Fellow

About the role

The role is located in Sydney, Australia. It is a fixed-term position for 18 months, starting from June 2026.

Responsibilities

• Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research of very high quality.
• Use molecular biology, proteome analysis and protein translation assays techniques to execute research.
• Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
• Undertake specific research projects under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities.
• Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
• Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities such as surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
• Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
• Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.

Requirements

• A PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in a range of mass spectrometry and proteome analysis techniques, including the analysis of protein post-translational modifications.
• Extensive experience in the application of molecular biology methods to yeast, particularly S. cerevisiae, including genome editing via homologous recombination and phenotypic screening.
• Experience in use of molecular biology techniques for the cloning of genes via E. coli, the expression and purification of proteins of interest for in vitro enzyme assays.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics skills, relevant to protein sequence analysis and the analysis of datasets generated by 'omics' techniques.
• Knowledge of assays that monitor the quality of translation processes in the ribosome.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.