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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pathogen–Host Cell Interactions and Advanced Imaging at University of Technology Sydney University of Technology Sydney in Australia

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Postdoc

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Fixed-term postdoctoral appointment for up to 15 months. Base salary is $97,955 to $119,303 per annum at Academic Level A, plus 17% superannuation. The role is part of a research program funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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Nov 1, 2026

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University of Technology, Sydney

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Cell Biology
Immunology
Microbiology
Virology
Biomedical Engineering
Biophysics
Biology
Medical Science
Host-pathogen Interaction
High-resolution Imaging
Physics

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About this position

University of Technology Sydney is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, affiliated with the Institute of Biomedical Materials and Devices. The project is funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council and focuses on pathogen–host cell interactions, including viruses and bacteria, using advanced imaging and sensing technologies.

The successful candidate will work under Professor Jiajia Zhou on research topics such as pathogen entry, bacterial persistence, host immune responses, thermodynamics of antibiotic treatment, and treatment efficacy at the single-cell and nanoscale levels. Methods mentioned include super-resolution imaging, single nanoparticle tracking, and live-cell nanothermometry.

This is a full-time fixed-term postdoctoral role for up to 15 months at the UTS Broadway Sydney campus. The salary range is $97,955 to $119,303 per annum at Academic Level A, plus 17% superannuation. The advertisement also notes that applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia and that visa sponsorship is not available.

Eligibility highlights include a PhD in Microbiology, Immunology, Virology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline; experience with pathogenic microorganisms under appropriate biosafety conditions; live-cell imaging and quantitative image analysis; microbiology/virology/immunology or host-pathogen interaction studies; mammalian cell culture, primary cells, or organoid models; and a strong publication record.

To apply, candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria through the UTS online recruitment system. The closing date is Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

Funding details

Fixed-term postdoctoral appointment for up to 15 months. Base salary is $97,955 to $119,303 per annum at Academic Level A, plus 17% superannuation. The role is part of a research program funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD in Microbiology, Immunology, Virology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Experience handling pathogenic microorganisms under appropriate biosafety conditions (e.g. PC2/PC3) where applicable is required, along with experience in live-cell imaging and quantitative image analysis. The role also requires experience in microbiology, virology, immunology, or host-pathogen interaction studies, experience with mammalian cell culture, primary cells, or organoid models, familiarity with quantitative and physical approaches to biology, and a strong publication record with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

How to apply

Apply through the UTS online recruitment system only. Submit a resume and a cover letter that states your motivation and addresses each criterion in the About You section. Use job number IRC341977 in file names and have all documents ready before starting.

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