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Research Associate in Electrochemistry and Biosensors (Chemistry) University of New South Wales in Australia

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Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Fixed-term full-time Research Associate position for 12 months at AUD 118,000 to 126,000 plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.

Deadline

Nov 9, 2026

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Australia

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University of New South Wales

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About this position

UNSW is advertising a Research Associate in Chemistry based in Sydney, Australia. The project sits within the School of Chemistry and focuses on electrochemical aptamer-based sensors, with a strong emphasis on electrochemistry, biosensors, electrode development, and fundamental research that may support future commercialisation.

This is a fixed-term, full-time position for 12 months, with salary of $118K–$126K plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading. The role reports to Scientia Professor Justin Gooding at the University of New South Wales.

Key work includes conducting research in electrochemistry and biosensors, performing and supervising experiments on aptamer-based sensors, analysing results, producing publication-quality outputs, contributing to scientific papers and research reports, helping prepare research proposal submissions, collaborating with industry partners, assisting with research coordination, presenting at conferences, and supporting the training of PhD and honours students.

Applicants should hold a PhD in electrochemistry. The university seeks someone with demonstrated ability to develop electrochemical procedures for surface characterisation, extensive experience in electrochemical measurements, experience in materials synthesis, prior research-environment experience, and experience training PhD and honours students. Strong independent research ability, a publication and conference track record, teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration, interpersonal and communication skills, and commitment to health and safety policies are also required.

Applications must be submitted online and should address all selection criteria. The closing date is 9 November 2026. The contact person listed is Justin Gooding, but the posting states that applications sent directly to the contact email will not be accepted.

Funding details

Fixed-term full-time Research Associate position for 12 months at AUD 118,000 to 126,000 plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading.

What's required

A PhD specialising in electrochemistry is required. Applicants should have demonstrated ability to develop electrochemical procedures for surface characterisation, extensive experience performing electrochemical measurements, and demonstrated experience in materials synthesis. Prior research-environment experience and experience training PhD and honours students are required, along with evidence of high-quality independent research, a strong publication and conference record relative to opportunity, teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration skills, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a commitment to health and safety policies and training.

How to apply

Apply online through the UNSW application portal using the 'Apply now' link. Do not email the contact address as applications sent there will not be accepted. Address the selection criteria systematically in your application.

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