Research Fellow in Medicinal Chemistry
4 days ago
The Opportunity
Reporting to Dr Emma Watson (ARC DECRA Fellow and Senior Lecturer in the Medicinal Chemistry Theme), the focus of this role will be to contribute to the Watson Group's research programme for the development of therapeutic biomolecules. You will work as part of a team using cutting edge synthetic techniques to develop safer drug targeting systems based on templated chemical reactions.
As a research fellow in the Watson group, you will be responsible for the chemical synthesis of large biomolecules, including peptides, proteins and peptide nucleic acids (PNA). This will combine skills in both solution-phase and solid-phase synthetic techniques, as well as purification and characterisation. You will also act as a mentor to postgraduate research students in the group and contribute to the preparation of manuscripts stemming from your work.
If you have a PhD in organic chemistry, ideally with a background in protein chemistry or chemical biology you might be the ideal fit for our team.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There's a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.
At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr- in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Dr Emma Watson, Senior Lecturer and ARC DECRA Fellow,
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Thursday 25 September 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
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