Postdoctoral Research Fellow
1 week ago
- Join the dynamic and innovative Swinburne Department of Engineering Technologies team
- Fulltime, fixed term position (July Dec 2028) at our Hawthorn campus
- Academic Level A salary + 17% super
About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Research Fellow with a background in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or biomedical engineering to join our dynamic research team as a Research Scientist/Engineer. In this role, you will contribute to the development and validation of an innovative nanophotonic therapy aimed at treating drug-resistant hypertension.
The successful candidate will be responsible for synthesizing, chemically functionalizing, and characterizing nanoparticles for targeted delivery to specific biological sites in the human body. Additional responsibilities include conducting in vitro cellular evaluations of the nanoparticles, analyzing data from cytotoxicity and bioavailability studies, and supporting team members with animal studies and immunohistochemistry, as needed.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of research at the intersection of nanotechnology, chemistry, and biomedical science. Drug-resistant hypertension is a serious and growing global health issue, affecting millions of individuals who do not respond to conventional treatments. By joining our project, you will have the chance to contribute to improving patient outcomes, reducing the global burden of cardiovascular disease, and advancing one of the most urgent areas in healthcare. Your work will play a critical role in driving scientific innovation and delivering meaningful public health impact.
About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:
- Extensive experience in nanoparticle synthesis and surface functionalization
- Proficiency with analytical and characterization techniques relevant to nanoparticles
- Strong understanding of chemical modification strategies for biological applications
- Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment
Qualifications
PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne's strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.
To Apply
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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on [email protected] .
Applications Close: Thursday 12th June 2025, 11pm
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.
Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at [email protected] or call
Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquires about the role can be sent to [email protected] (general enquires will not be answered by phone).
Victoria's Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria's Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.
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