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About the Role
Research Associate in Analytical Chemistry at UNSW in Sydney, Australia. The role focuses on the analytical chemistry characterisation, synthesis, chemical modification and polymer coating of magnetic nanoparticles for diagnostic and theranostic applications. Emphasis on organic separation, surface characterisation, degradation, chromatography and applied research linked to company Ferronova and funded through ARC ITTC within the Smart Materials and Surfaces research group in the School of Chemistry and Electron Microscope Unit.
Remuneration
$113K - $121K plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
Fixed term – 12 months
Full-time (35 hours per week)
Reporting
The role reports to Professor Richard Tilley and has no direct reports.
Specific Responsibilities
Design and analytical chemistry of polymer coated nanoparticles for diagnostics using MRI, magnetic particle imaging and therapy using targeting molecules and drug delivery and radio therapy.
Characterisation and synthesis of polymer coated magnetic nanoparticles, and chromatography separation of degradation bioproducts and reaction products from biological fluids.
Conduct research into the characterisation of magnetic nanoparticles, including surface analysis, modification, TEM and magnetic measurements.
Write and maintain laboratory notebooks detailing all experiments conducted.
Successfully complete experiments and provide on-time analysis of results.
Analyse and write results in a format suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Contribute to the writing of scientific papers and reports for international journals and progress reporting to other researchers and industry partners.
Contribute to the preparation of research proposal submissions to funding bodies and actively seek collaboration with industry partners as appropriate.
Assist with the coordination of research activities and contribute to research outputs to meet project milestones.
Present results at national and international conferences.
Assist in the training of PhD and honours students.
Align with and actively demonstrate UNSW values in action: our behaviours and UNSW Code of Conduct.
Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take care to ensure actions or omissions do not impact health and safety of self or others.
About the Successful Applicant
A PhD specialising in analytical chemistry or chemical synthesis of polymers and nanoparticles.
Demonstrated ability to characterize polymers and nanoparticles and by-products.
Demonstrated experience in materials synthesis.
Previous experience in a research environment and in training PhD and Honours students.
Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary 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.
Contact Richard Tilley
Email: r.tilley@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: January 30th, 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 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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Remuneration
$113K - $121K plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
Fixed term – 12 months
Full-time (35 hours per week)
Reporting
The role reports to Professor Richard Tilley and has no direct reports.
Specific Responsibilities
Design and analytical chemistry of polymer coated nanoparticles for diagnostics using MRI, magnetic particle imaging and therapy using targeting molecules and drug delivery and radio therapy.
Characterisation and synthesis of polymer coated magnetic nanoparticles, and chromatography separation of degradation bioproducts and reaction products from biological fluids.
Conduct research into the characterisation of magnetic nanoparticles, including surface analysis, modification, TEM and magnetic measurements.
Write and maintain laboratory notebooks detailing all experiments conducted.
Successfully complete experiments and provide on-time analysis of results.
Analyse and write results in a format suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Contribute to the writing of scientific papers and reports for international journals and progress reporting to other researchers and industry partners.
Contribute to the preparation of research proposal submissions to funding bodies and actively seek collaboration with industry partners as appropriate.
Assist with the coordination of research activities and contribute to research outputs to meet project milestones.
Present results at national and international conferences.
Assist in the training of PhD and honours students.
Align with and actively demonstrate UNSW values in action: our behaviours and UNSW Code of Conduct.
Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take care to ensure actions or omissions do not impact health and safety of self or others.
About the Successful Applicant
A PhD specialising in analytical chemistry or chemical synthesis of polymers and nanoparticles.
Demonstrated ability to characterize polymers and nanoparticles and by-products.
Demonstrated experience in materials synthesis.
Previous experience in a research environment and in training PhD and Honours students.
Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary 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.
Contact Richard Tilley
Email: r.tilley@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: January 30th, 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 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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