Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Synthetic Biology
The University of Queensland invites applications for two Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions in Synthetic Biology. These roles are part of the Australian Food and Beverage Accelerator initiative, aiming to boost growth and innovation in the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
The successful candidates will work at the interface of academic research and commercial translation, collaborating with a world-class team to engineer microbial systems using cutting-edge synthetic biology tools and metabolic engineering strategies. They will optimise yeast platforms for the sustainable production of high-value food ingredients and contribute to shaping the future of industrial biotechnology in Australia.
We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, providing access to world-class facilities, industry connections, and professional development opportunities. The successful candidates will be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
* Research: Produce high-quality research outputs, support commercialisation, contribute to funding applications, prepare reports and manuscripts, and apply best-practice research methodologies.
* Supervision and Researcher Development: Support and develop junior researchers and students, provide effective supervision, uphold our leadership expectations, and manage team matters professionally.
* Citizenship and Service: Demonstrate our values through collaborative service, contribute to unit operations and committees, and begin building external partnerships with industry, government, and professional bodies.
The positions offer strong exposure to advanced synthetic biology, strain engineering, and industry-informed research with real-world impact. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to present their research at conferences, contribute to successful external research funding applications, and engage in collaborative service and external partnership building.