Chemistry Research Specialist

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeElectrochemist Full time $90,000 - $120,000
Job Opportunity

Join our team to explore a challenging role as a Research Associate in the field of Chemistry.

The position is based at UNSW and involves contributing towards the research effort, developing expertise in single molecule localisation microscopy combined with electrochemistry. This exciting opportunity is part of an ARC Discovery grant on the combination of electrochemistry and super resolution light microscopy.

About The Role
  • Conduct independent research with limited supervision as well as collaboratively in a team environment to drive the success of the grant and enhance the quality of research outcomes.
  • Design and execute experiments to understand the impact of electrochemistry on fluorescent properties of fluorophores and exploit this understanding for developing new microscopy methods based on single molecule counting.
  • Lead and manage a Discovery research project focused on combining fluorescence microscopy with electrochemistry to control fluorophore properties.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Undertake high-quality academic research, analysing experimental data, interpreting results and supporting dissemination through appropriate channels and outlets.
  2. Prepare and present findings at internal meetings, external project update meetings with collaborators, scientific conferences and workshops.
  3. Assist with supervision of research students in the research area where required.
About The Successful Applicant
  • A PhD in optical physics or cell biology with a strong emphasis on fluorescence microscopy.
  • Demonstrated expertise in fluorescence microscopy, immunolabelling and single molecule localisation microscopy.
  • Demonstrated experience or interest in electrochemistry.
Application Process

Apply online by addressing the selection criteria listed above. Contact Justin Gooding for further information.

Working At UNSW

UNSW values equity, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


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