About this role
The School of Chemistry at the University of Sydney is a leading center for chemical research and education with modern facilities. This full-time, 2-year fixed-term role focuses on synthesis of new mitochondrial targeting agents using main group elements like boron and Group 15. The ARC-funded project involves multidisciplinary collaboration.
Daily work centers on research in synthetic organic and organometallic chemistry within a lab-based environment at Camperdown Campus. Manage laboratory operations and instrumentation while contributing to high-impact publications. Support teaching and student supervision alongside grant writing efforts.
Join over 30 academic staff, 100 research staff, and 100 postgraduate students in a vibrant research setting. Access world-class facilities and annual research funding exceeding $7 million. Collaborate across pure and applied chemistry disciplines in a diverse, equitable workplace.
Demonstrate excellence through original publications and innovative synthesis. Contribute to a department recognized for research prizes and teaching commitment. Build expertise in mitochondrial targeting agents amid onsite, hands-on lab work.
Requirements
- PhD in synthetic organic and/or organometallic chemistry, or equivalent combination of relevant training and experience
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize, purify, and characterize organic and/or organometallic molecules containing main group elements
- Experience with boron and Group 15 elements in synthesis
- Track record in synthetic chemistry research
- Ability to conduct multidisciplinary collaborative research
Responsibilities
- Undertake research in synthetic organic and organometallic chemistry
- Publish research papers
- Demonstrate research excellence
- Assist with grant writing and publishing original work
- Support teaching activities and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Manage a synthetic chemistry laboratory including oversight of lab instrumentation
Benefits
- Base Salary, Level A Step 6 $113,400 p.a. + 17% superannuation
- Access to comprehensive modern research and teaching facilities
- Vibrant world-class research environment with over $7 million annual funding
- Commitment to diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
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