Postdoctoral Research Associate - ARC Linkage Project
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UTS acknowledges the Gadigal people, the Boorooberongal people of the Dharug Nation, the Bidjigal people and the Gamaygal people upon whose ancestral lands our University stands. We would also like to pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging, acknowledging them as the traditional custodians of knowledge for these lands.
Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by the Times Higher Education as Australia's top young university, and located on Gadigal land (Ultimo, NSW).
About the School
The UTS School of Civil & Environmental Engineering is one of Australia's leading research schools in its field with strong links with industry and an outstanding record in teaching and research. The School is comprised of 3 research disciplines, 7 research centres and employs over 80 academic staff to deliver its key activities. You will be joining a vibrant academic community in the heart of Sydney.
About the Faculty
UTS Faculty of Engineeringwarmly invites applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous Australians, people with visible and non-visible disability, neurodiverse individuals, those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and applicants from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. UTS was one of the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines. We're actively creating a more inclusive and supportive community through initiatives like Flexible Working, Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, LGBTQIA+ community support, Multicultural Women's Network and the UTS Access and Inclusion Plan.
About the Role
As the Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will undertake research at the Faculty of Engineering and IT carry out meta-omics and related water experiments to advance the mechanisms that underpin wastewater treatment technology. This position is part of a research project funded by the ARC Linkage project. The incumbent will carry out meta-omics and relevant water experiments, prepare and present results in papers and conferences, present at seminars, and co-supervise PhD students.
About You
The incumbent is expected to have expertise in meta-omics, microbiology and water and will be expected to support the activities of the research team and apply for independent research fellowships or funding.
As the successful applicant, you will also have;
* A PhD Degree in Environmental Microbiology or a relevant field
* Demonstrated track record in publishing in top journals
* Ability to undertake original research, as evidenced by timely and high-quality outputs
* Ability to rigorously design experiments and to perform experiments under well-controlled conditions
Base Salary Range: $92,761 to $112,977 pa (Level A)
This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.
This position is full-time and an appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits, including flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your application via the UTS online recruitment system. Your application should include:
* A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) stating your motivation for applying, as well as addressing the selection criteria found on page 2 & 3 of the Position Statement
* A copy of your resume
Please ensure that each document submitted includes IRC315621 and your name.
For specific inquiries or issues with your application, please contact the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au
Closing Date: Friday 20 June 2025 at 11:59 PM (AEST)
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
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Associate
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