Employment Type: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Duration: Fixed Term; 3 years
Remuneration: $110 K-$117 K (based on experience) + 17% Super + Annual Leave Loading
Location: Kensington, New South Wales
Why this role matters:
The Post-Doctoral Fellow (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to the exploration of the immune response in human samples and/or pre-clinical models.
Under the guidance of the Senior Lecturer, this role involves profiling immune responses using techniques such as flow cytometry of systemic and mucosal immune cell subsets, immune cell stimulation assays, and cell culture. The aim is to generate new knowledge and translational discoveries.
The position reports to the Senior Lecturer and does not have any direct reports.
Skills Required:
- A PhD in a related discipline (Immunology), 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 and awards relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
- Ability to analyse and solve problems in a methodical and logical manner.
- Excellent communication and time management skills and willingness to work as part of a team
- 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.
- Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in experimental studies relevant to the exploration of the adaptive immune response in pre-clinical models
To learn more about this position, and view the comprehensive skills and criteria list, a copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking on the position description button beneath our ad on JOBS@UNSW.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:
- 17% Superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Progressive HR practices
More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.
How to apply
To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Please click Apply now to submit your application online. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Please provide a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (Skills and Experience in the position description) and interest in the role. To view the full position description, please click on the Position Description link below.
Contact
Aarti
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
a.aarti@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: Monday 30th September before 11:30 pm
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
