Research Associate - Chemistry

• Full time, fixed term appointment for 18 months with a start date of April 2020
• Exceptional opportunity for an innovative and motivated post-doc to work with a multi-disciplinary team of researchers
• Salary: Level A –Step 8 $95,464 p.a. plus employer contributed superannuation of 9.5%

Faculty of Science

School of Molecular Sciences

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.

About the team
Working within the Chemical Biology laboratory within the School of Molecular Sciences, you will be reporting to Associate Professor Keith Stubbs. The laboratory is comprised of a mix of synthetic organic chemists and protein biochemists, forming a multi-disciplinary team environment. In close collaboration you will also work with the Plant Biological Chemistry laboratory led by Associate Professor Joshua Mylne. This laboratory is comprised of a mix of protein biochemists, geneticists and bioinformaticians. Overall you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team environment undertaking a diverse range of research projects.

About the opportunity
In this position you will undertake innovative laboratory-based research to synthesise compounds that have been identified as important molecules towards new and novel herbicide targets. You will use chemical (e.g. synthesis, characterisation) approaches to further our understanding as well as test these molecules. You will also work closely with members of both laboratories to evaluate the compounds for their potency using novel enzyme assays and plant based testing.
The successful appointee will be encouraged to develop their own research ideas along the lines of the research interests of the groups, and to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary environment of the laboratories and the School of Molecular Sciences.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• A PhD in Chemistry or a related discipline
• Experience in chemical synthesis of small organic molecules for use in biological studies
• Experience in characterisation of organic molecules using various techniques (NMR, MS, IR, X-ray)

About you
To be successful in this position you must be an experienced researcher with a proven history of research activity and publications in high quality journals. You are an excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

For more information regarding the position or a confidential discussion, please contact: Associate Professor Keith Stubbs, School of Molecular Sciences on [email protected]

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description.

Please see the position description prior to applying: Position Description - Research Associate (Chemistry).pdf

Closing date: Thursday, 5 March 2020

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

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