Postdoctoral Research Fellow

(Level A) $78,544 to $105,611 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Fixed term fulltime position available for 18 months.

Opportunity to join the Adelaide Exposure Science and Health laboratory to work on a Defence project related to risk-based decision making for skin decontamination in emergency response incidents.

Dermal exposure is an important secondary route of exposure for toxic chemicals, particularly for unprotected public and emergency hospital departments in the case of a release incident. It is important to understand the level at which the skin can provide a protective barrier against absorption and understand the kinetics of penetration for chemicals of concern.

This work is designed to provide experimental data for evidence-based decision making by first responders and operational risk assessment regarding skin decontamination and will build on a program of work focused on dermal exposure to chemicals.

To be successful you will need:

• Completion of a PhD in Chemistry or related Discipline or have equivalent qualifications or research experience.
• Demonstrated experience in analytical method development and operation of advanced analytical equipment (e.g. LCMS, GC, NMR).
• Publication record in relevant peer-reviewed literature.
• Strong planning, documentation, and data interpretation skills.
• Capacity to collaborate and engage with diverse stakeholders and industry partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in an academic environment.
• Be an Australian citizen.
• A current driver's licence.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be providedthroughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with ourStaff Values and Behaviour Frameworkand our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at:adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences contains one of Australia's largest concentrations of leading health researchers, teachers and clinical titleholders. It's comprised of eight schools and a number of specialist disciplines, institutes and centres, variously focused on world-class research, and training the next generation of: medical doctors; surgeons; dentists; nurses; psychiatrists; psychologists; and other health professionals.

Learn more at: health.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, 4 July 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Sharyn Gaskin
Associate Professor / Director, Adelaide Exposure Science and Health | School of Public Health
P: +61 (8) 8313 4958
E: sharyn.gaskin@adelaide.edu.au

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employercommitted to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.