Postdoctoral Fellow

UNSW Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) The School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences (BABS) at UNSW has an international reputation in biotechnology, molecular and cellular biology, microbiology, proteomics and genomics, gene regulation, metabolism, environmental microbiology and infectious diseases. BABS teaches approximately 2,000 full‑time equivalent students and employs 34 academics, 28 postdoctoral research associates or fellows, approximately 20 other research staff, 152 higher‑degree research students, 12 technical officers and 4 administrative staff. The School’s yearly operational budget is approximately $11 million , with available research funds of approximately $9 million annually. About The Role $113 K – $121 K plus 17 % Superannuation and annual leave loading Fixed Term – 2.5 years Full time (35 hours per week) Specific Responsibilities Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area. Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers. Undertake specific research projects under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities. Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets. Undertake discipline‑appropriate research activities, e.g., surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods. Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required. Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required. Prepare weekly reports on the work done to be distributed to collaborators. Be available for regular (once per week) online meetings with collaborators in Australia and overseas. Assist with animal monitoring and animal experiments where required. Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values. Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others. About the Successful Applicant To be successful in this role you will have: A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience. Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments. Demonstrated ability to undertake high‑quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision. Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to the opportunity. Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students. An understanding of and commitment to UNSW ’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines. Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. Contact & Application Details Associate Professor Vladimir Sytnyke‑mail: Applications close: 8 December 2025 UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no‑one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply. UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks and campaigns. Please refer to UNSW’s diversity offerings for further information on our flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave). #J-18808-Ljbffr