Full time, 12 months fixed term, located within the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Opportunity to contribute to world-leading research within the Faculty of Engineering Base Salary, Academic Level A $117,936 - $125,896 p.a + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Faculty of Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Liquid Metals, Sensors and Biomedical Technologies to contribute to its research agenda under the leadership of Professor Kourosh Kalantar Zadeh, in the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. The successful candidate will undertake high-quality research and scholarly activities, working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop an emerging research profile while contributing to innovative research outcomes with real-world impact. Your key responsibilities will be to: work collaboratively with the team as a group member aim to create impactful scientific outcomes by developing novel liquid-metal-based systems aim to contribute to commercialisation activities participate in the supervision of research students be involved in the development of grant applications that support his or her career lead laboratory health and safety procedures. About you have a PhD in one of the relevant fields of Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or Chemistry show past involvement in the development of liquid-metal-based systems demonstrate commitment to and willingness to conduct experiments accurately and safely show collegiality and the ability to work in a team demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. 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How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at [email protected] © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Thursday 12 November 2026 11:59 PM Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! So once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! The University values are excellence, trust and accountability. The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. The University of Sydney may conduct routine pre-employment checks before an appointment is made. Want to know more about working at the University of Sydney? https://www.sydney.edu.au/about-us.html

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