Postdoctoral Fellow

Overview
Postdoctoral Fellow - Chemistry at UNSW. The School of Chemistry is internationally recognised for its excellence in research and teaching. The Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) contributes towards research as part of an ARC-funded Discovery Project, focused on synthesising and characterising novel organic and organometallic molecular wires. The fellow performs advanced organic and organometallic syntheses and uses a wide range of analytical techniques to uncover the chemical design principles which control electronic delocalization in molecular wires.
Benefits
One of Australia's leading research & teaching universities
Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best
This job is based in Australia.
About The Role
Salary: $113K - $121K plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
Fixed Term – 2 years
Full-time (35 hours per week)
The role reports to Dr. Martin Peeks and has no direct reports.
Specific Responsibilities For This Role Include
Conduct research in the areas of organometallic and organic chemistry, and molecular electronics
Perform and supervise chemical syntheses, including using air-free techniques such as glovebox and Schlenk line
Characterise the products of synthesis and study their properties
Write and maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory notebooks
Successfully complete experiments and provide analyses of results in a timely fashion
Contribute to the writing of scientific papers, reports, and research proposals and seek collaboration with industry partners as appropriate
Assist with the coordination of research activities and laboratory management, and actively contribute to research outputs to meet project milestones
Present results at national and international conferences
Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required
Assist with the supervision of research students (Honours and PhD) in the research area where required
Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values
Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others
Qualifications and Selection Criteria
A PhD or equivalent in inorganic or organic chemistry, with specific expertise and experience in organometallic chemistry (essential)
On-the-job training available for areas indicated as desirable
Air-free synthesis, including use of glove boxes and/or Schlenk lines (essential)
NMR spectroscopy (essential)
Pi-conjugated molecules (desirable)
Density functional theory (desirable)
Spectroelectrochemistry and vibrational spectroscopy (desirable)
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments
Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations, relative to opportunity
Previous experience in a research environment and in training PhD and Honours students
Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships
Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students
An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training
How to Apply
Please apply online; applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed. Applications close: September 23, 2025
Contact: Martin Peeks —
UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people from diverse backgrounds, those with disabilities, and Indigenous Australians are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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