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Research Associate/Research Fellow in Molecular Engineering

Faculty of Science/Climate Change Cluster (C3)

UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.  

About the role

This role presents a fantastic opportunity for an early career researcher to join a well-established and high performing team of multidisciplinary researchers. You will undertake research to develop a more detailed understanding of the molecular processes occurring in marine microalgae to explain their dominance and importance in key marine ecosystems and biogeochemical processes in order to explore industrial applications in sustainable algae biotechnologies.

The bioproducts team has developed research with potential industrial applications of algae, such as enzymes and pharmaceuticals, and now requires specific research expertise around diatom molecular engineering to enable it to meet its research objectives.  In particular, it is envisaged that researchers in this program will work closely with industry partners to identify and deliver applied outcomes. 

About the Institute

Since its inception in 2008, the Climate Change Cluster (C3)  at the University of Technology Sydney has been delivering on its strategic plan to build momentum, increase impact and be recognised internationally for its research excellence.

The institute has quadrupled in size since 2008 and has expanded its research capability from ecology to include additional expertise in plant physiology, microbiology, cellular biology, microfluidics, biochemistry, molecular biology (genomics, proteomics, metabolomics), physics (bio-optics), ecological modelling, chemistry, bio-informatics and remote sensing.

As the successful candidate you will have:

• a PhD in a relevant field such as  biotechnology, phycology, marine biology
• a general understanding of the key principles and questions within the field of algal biotechnology
• detailed knowledge of (i) algal physiology (ii) molecular biology, (iii) synthetic biology, (iv) algal biochemistry and carbon metabolism (iv) bioinformatics and (v) metabolic engineering of algae
• demonstrated high level interpersonal skills (written and verbal communication skills), liaising with researchers within and across research teams to resolve issues, negotiating access to data and resources, documenting results to meet project goals and timelines and preparing publications for leading international journals
• a demonstrated track record of scientific publications and successful research funding of research with impact relevant to an appointment at this level.

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $74,010 to $112,653 pa (Level A/B)

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. Employee benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This appointment will be on a fixed term, full-time basis for three years

How To Apply

Please click on the apply button to be taken to the advertisement on our careers page where you will find links with instructions on how to apply and the full position description.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au or on +61 (0) 2 9514 1080.

Specific enquiries regarding the role may be directed via email to Professor Peter Ralph at peter.ralph@uts.edu.au

Closing Date:  Wednesday 21^st December 2016 at 11.59pm(AEST)

UTS is widely acknowledged as a leader in promoting gender equity and social justice. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, UTS is a current participant in the SAGE pilot program, the Australian trial of the Athena Swan gender equity accreditation program. We welcome applications from women, particularly for senior and non-traditional roles.