Associate Professor/Professor in Biochemistry

Associate Professor/Professor in Biochemistry Flinders University of South Australia – Bedford Park SA JR - Associate Professor/Professor in Biochemistry Continuing | Full-Time Academic Level D | $165,810 - $182,419 p.a. Academic Level E | $212,873 p.a. Level D Position Description Level E Position Description The successful candidate will be appointed to either the Level D or Level E position. Please indicate on your application which position(s) you would like to be considered for. College of Medicine and Public Health At the College of Medicine and Public Health, we deliver clinical, population and lab-based research, integrated teaching programs and high-quality clinical services. Our footprint reaches out from our world class teaching hospital at the Flinders Medical Centre in South Australia to multiple rural clinical locations all the way to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Our research and teaching equip the next generation of leaders and innovators with the skill, commitment, and vision to protect vulnerable communities and truly advance health outcomes. It is at the heart of everything we do. About the Associate Professor Role (Level D) The Associate Professor in Biochemistry will play a pivotal leadership role within the College of Medicine and Public Health, focusing on metabolic, cellular, or computational biochemistry. This position combines high-level teaching and research responsibilities, including curriculum development, innovative teaching strategies, and fostering partnerships that enhance learning and research outcomes. The role also involves driving impactful research, securing competitive funding, and mentoring early-career academics and research students. Lead and deliver high-quality teaching programs in biochemistry, ensuring an exceptional student experience. Drive innovative, ethical research aligned with the College's strengths, including securing external grants and publishing in top-tier journals. Provide academic leadership within the College and contribute to national and international biochemistry initiatives. Build and maintain strategic partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and research collaborators globally. About You You are an accomplished academic with a passion for advancing biochemistry education and research. You bring a proven record of leadership in teaching and curriculum development, coupled with an internationally recognised research profile. Your ability to inspire colleagues, mentor emerging researchers, and build strategic partnerships sets you apart as a leader in the field. Hold a PhD (or equivalent) and demonstrate extensive expertise in metabolic, cellular, or computational biochemistry. Possess a distinguished track record in innovative teaching and curriculum development, including experience with flexible delivery methods. Maintain an internationally recognised research profile, evidenced by high-quality publications and success in securing competitive grants. Exhibit strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, with experience mentoring early-career academics and supervising research students. About the Professor Role (Level E) As Professor of Biochemistry, you will provide exceptional academic leadership in research, teaching, and community engagement within the College of Medicine and Public Health. With a focus on metabolic, cellular, or computational biochemistry, this role is pivotal in advancing the College's reputation as a national and international leader in education and research. You will mentor emerging academics, secure competitive research funding, and foster collaborations that strengthen the discipline and the University's impact. Lead innovative teaching and curriculum development in biochemistry using contemporary and flexible delivery methods. Drive internationally recognised research, securing significant external grants and publishing in high-impact journals. Mentor early and mid-career researchers, supervise doctoral students, and grow the research student cohort. Build strategic partnerships and provide leadership in college governance, policy development, and academic standards. About You You are a distinguished academic leader with an international reputation in biochemistry and a passion for advancing education and research. You bring extensive experience in teaching innovation, curriculum development, and research excellence, complemented by strong leadership and collaboration skills. Your ability to mentor colleagues, foster partnerships, and inspire excellence positions you as a key contributor to the College's vision. Hold a PhD (or equivalent) and demonstrate exceptional expertise in metabolic, cellular, or computational biochemistry. Possess a proven record of educational leadership, innovative teaching, and curriculum development at tertiary level. Maintain a globally recognised research profile, evidenced by high-impact publications and success in securing competitive grants. Exhibit outstanding leadership, communication, and mentoring skills, with experience supervising research students and building strategic collaborations. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. How to Apply and Information To apply online, please visit the website via the job portal: JR Associate Professor/Professor in Biochemistry You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the Level D Position Description | Level E Position Description For more information regarding this position, please contact Harald Janovjak Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Tuesday, 6 January 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. Important Notice: Recruitment Activity During University Shutdown Please note that recruitment activity will be paused during the Flinders University shutdown period. No updates or progress on applications will be available between 22 December 2025 and 5 January 2026 . Recruitment processes will resume from 5 January 2026 , and application statuses will be communicated from that date onward. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. #J-18808-Ljbffr