About the Role

The Research Associate will contribute to the research activities of the Applied Chemistry and Translational Biomaterials Group. Specifically, the position will be responsible for leading research initiatives, building capacity, working with industry collaborators, and generating high-quality research outputs and publications.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

At UniSA Clinical and Health Sciences we are addressing society’s most critical and emerging health needs through quality teaching, learning and research excellence. One of seven Academic Units, UniSA Clinical and Health Sciences offers a wide range of degrees and conducts world-class research in the fields of nursing, midwifery, pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, medical sciences, laboratory medicine, and food and nutrition science with a strong focus on creating positive health outcomes for communities.

Home to the University of South Australia Quality Use of Medicines and Pharmacy Research Centre and with key research concentrations in the areas of mental health and suicide prevention, nursing and midwifery workforce development, drug discovery, pharmaceutical innovation, health and disease biology, and food nutrition and health, we continue to meet community health needs and contribute to a healthier society.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research, under limited supervision; and in collaboration with group members, industry and other stakeholders
• Prepare and publish high-impact manuscripts of research outputs and manage the process of external reviews and submission for publication
• Contribute conceptually and intellectually to new and emerging research directions and the preparation of external funding applications
• Prepare and/or contribute to reports for submission to the University and industry partners
• Active involvement in professional activities including, subject to the availability of funds, attendance at conferences and seminars

Essential Skills and Experience

• A Bachelor qualification and Postgraduate qualification in chemistry or another relevant discipline
• A demonstrated record of writing, preparing and publishing high-quality peer-reviewed research articles, with evidence of impact
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with team members, other colleagues, and external parties
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight work schedules, including effective organisational skills in prioritising to meet deadlines often with competing demands

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

At the University of South Australia, we value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Start Your Unstoppable Career!

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Emma Kelvin, Senior Consultant: Recruitment Central. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at [email protected] using job reference number 7124.

Applications close: 11.30pm Monday 5 May 2025

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team on ([email protected]). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.