Research Fellow in Nucleic Acids Research

**Role type**:Full-Time; Fixed term for 12 months
**Faculty**:Faculty of Science
**Department/School**:School of Chemistry
**Salary**:Level A: $85,555 - $116,094 p.a. plus 17% super
- Develop innovative chemical compounds for antimicrobial research
- Collaborate in a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Conduct Innovative Research: Drive research projects exploring alternative DNA structures in bacterial pathogens and their role in antimicrobial mechanisms.
- Publish and Present Findings: Contribute to high-quality academic publications, present your work at seminars and conferences, and help disseminate research outcomes to the wider scientific community.
- Support Grant Applications: Assist in, or take the lead on, preparing research proposals for internal and external funding opportunities.
- Mentor and Supervise: Support the training and co-supervision of research students at all levels, from undergraduate through to PhD.

**You may be a great fit if**:
**You may also**:

- Have completed or are near completion of a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related discipline.
- Possess strong expertise in synthetic chemistry and/or medicinal chemistry.
- Have experience or interest in DNA biology, genomics, or microbiology.
- Demonstrate a strong publication record and aptitude for research, relative to your experience.
- Excel in both independent work and collaborative team environments.
- Have excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor junior researchers and students.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

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**Working at the University - what you need to know**:
**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.**This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Join Us and unlock your career potential**
- **Resume**
- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**
- **The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the )**

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the.

**Applications close**:7 October 2025.11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
**JR-004038 - Research Fellow in Nucleic Acids Research - PD.pdf&download=1