Research Associate – Materials Science

Research Associate – Materials Science

Job no: 515201
Work type: full time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Post Doctoral Research Associate

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The School of Materials Science and Engineering is one of the top ranked Materials programs in the Asia- Pacific regions and strongly positioned in every facet of materials science and engineering. It offers undergraduate programs in Materials Science and Engineering (Honours), as well as a number of combined degree programs with Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Commerce.

The Research Associate (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research activities of the Polymer Research in Therapeutics (PRinT) team, a multidisciplinary team in MSE investigating the bio application of bioelectronic implant devices.

The role entails developing and interfacing bioelectronic devices such as microchips for livestock or optoelectronic devices for tissue modulation. The Research Associate will investigate the impact of the devices on the biological tissue and electrophysiological parameters in collaboration with the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering at UNSW.

About the role

$100K – $107K  plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading

Fixed Term – 12 months

Full-time (35 hours per week)

The Research Associate reports to A/ Prof. Damia Mawad and has no direct reports.

Specific responsibilities for this role include:

Design and fully characterise flexible optoelectronic devices based on conjugated polymers.

Interface the devices with cardiac tissue and evaluate their effect on electrophysiological parameters.

Conduct field research assessing the viability of implanted microchips in cattle.

Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.

Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.

Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

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 Materials Science and Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, or related discipline.

Strong background in polymer chemistry (ideally conjugated polymer), or optoelectronics materials.

Demonstrated skills in chemical, optical or electrical characterisation techniques relevant to optoelectronic devices or polymers.

Demonstrated skills in cell or tissue electrophysiology studies will be considered an advantage.

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 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.

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.

Please apply online – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Contact:
Damia Mawad
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Applications close: March 28th, 2023

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 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.

Advertised: 14 Mar 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 28 Mar 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time