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Research Associate/Research Fellow in Bioproducts

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 in industry-focussed bioproducts within C3 as part of the expansion of the Bioproducts Research Program.

The team has emerged from recent research into the potential industrial uses for algae, such as enzymes and pharmaceuticals, and has now reached the stage where it needs dedicated researchers to kick-start proof-of-concept projects to engage a wide range of industries.  You will utilise expertise across algal physiology, molecular biology, synthetic biology, biochemistry and the metabolic engineering of algae to develop products to replace less sustainable/carbon intensive chemicals.

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, food biochemistry
• a strong and broad understanding of the key principles and questions within the field of food/feed biochemistry with an understanding of the composition of foods and health promoting compounds from natural sources
• detailed knowledge of algal physiology, molecular biology, chemical characterisation , digestive biochemistry
• demonstrated interpersonal skills (written and verbal communication), 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

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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)

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