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Research Associate in Carbon Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications
UNSW, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Research Associate in Carbon Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications
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Research Associate in Carbon Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications
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The Opportunity The School of Chemical Engineering at UNSW offers a Research Associate position focused on experimental research in nanomaterials across synthesis, optimisation, characterisation, catalytic analysis, and biological testing of carbon nanomaterials. The role combines independent and team-based work.
You will have the chance to develop your scholarly research and professional activities nationally and internationally, contributing to scientific papers, conference presentations, supervising HDR students and collaborating with industry partners. The position reports to Associate Professor Sophia Gu and has no direct reports.
Job Details
Salary: Level A - $113,911 to $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
Employment type: Full-time
Contract: Fixed-term – 12 months with possibility to extend
Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
Seniority level: Entry level
Job function: Research
Industries: Higher Education and Research Services
Responsibilities
Conduct research in nanomaterials both independently and as part of a team.
Design and perform experiments involving synthesis, optimisation, characterisation, catalytic analysis, and biological testing of nanomaterials.
Write scientific papers and reports for international journals.
Present findings at conferences and workshops.
Supervise HDR students.
Engage with industry partners and collaborate across disciplines.
Skills & Experience
PhD in material science and engineering, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or nanotechnology-related area.
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations in the relevant field.
Demonstrated previous research experience in synthesis, characterisation, catalysis and/or bio-applications of carbon nanomaterials.
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge.
Ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
Ability to communicate and interact with diverse stakeholders and students.
Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values.
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attend relevant health and safety training.
How to Apply Please click the Apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to the Skills and Experience listed above.
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 13 November 2025.
Contact Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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Research Associate in Carbon Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications
role at
UNSW .
The Opportunity The School of Chemical Engineering at UNSW offers a Research Associate position focused on experimental research in nanomaterials across synthesis, optimisation, characterisation, catalytic analysis, and biological testing of carbon nanomaterials. The role combines independent and team-based work.
You will have the chance to develop your scholarly research and professional activities nationally and internationally, contributing to scientific papers, conference presentations, supervising HDR students and collaborating with industry partners. The position reports to Associate Professor Sophia Gu and has no direct reports.
Job Details
Salary: Level A - $113,911 to $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
Employment type: Full-time
Contract: Fixed-term – 12 months with possibility to extend
Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
Seniority level: Entry level
Job function: Research
Industries: Higher Education and Research Services
Responsibilities
Conduct research in nanomaterials both independently and as part of a team.
Design and perform experiments involving synthesis, optimisation, characterisation, catalytic analysis, and biological testing of nanomaterials.
Write scientific papers and reports for international journals.
Present findings at conferences and workshops.
Supervise HDR students.
Engage with industry partners and collaborate across disciplines.
Skills & Experience
PhD in material science and engineering, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or nanotechnology-related area.
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations in the relevant field.
Demonstrated previous research experience in synthesis, characterisation, catalysis and/or bio-applications of carbon nanomaterials.
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge.
Ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
Ability to communicate and interact with diverse stakeholders and students.
Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values.
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attend relevant health and safety training.
How to Apply Please click the Apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to the Skills and Experience listed above.
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 13 November 2025.
Contact Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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