Research Associate

UNSW • Full Time • Hong Kong, Hong Kong, HK • 5d ago

This Job is based in Australia

Research Associate

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Work type: Full Time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Post Doctoral Research Associate

One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities
Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

The School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences is a large, collaborative and multi-disciplinary school in the Faculty of Science at the University of New South Wales with over 170 academic, research and professional staff. In 2025, the school obtained $22M in research funding, produced over 800 scientific publications and is frequently rated among the top schools across UNSW in student experience surveys. The School incorporates a broad range of disciplines, enabling comprehensive education and research in the broad fields of Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physical Geography, Climate Science, Evolutionary Biology, Ecology and Marine Science and Oceanography.

A Research Associate (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of research.

THIS ROLE IS LOCATED IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA.

About The Role

Level A ($113k - $121k) plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
Fixed Term – to 1st July 2027
Part-time (31.5 hours per week)

Specific Responsibilities For This Role Include

Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
Undertake research into metabolic modelling of individual microorganisms and communities thereof.
Develop analysis pipelines and strategies for microbiome information, including high-throughput sequencing data.
Develop strategies for and execute targeted microbial cultivation using -omics and model data.
Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About The Successful Applicant

(Selection Criteria)

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have

A PhD in microbiology and/or bioinformatics.
High-level expertise in metabolic modelling involving the use of multi-omics data (essential)
Advanced understanding of microbial physiology and biochemistry (essential).
Proven ability to develop and implement bioinformatics pipelines (essential).
Laboratory skills in microbiology and/or molecular biology, including sterile techniques, PCR, sequencing, flow cytometry and/or microscopy (desirable).
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
Demonstrated ability to work in a 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.

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.

Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Contact :

Torsten Thomas

E: [via CTgoodjobs Apply Now]

Applications close: June 10th, 2026

Find Out More About Working At UNSW At Www.unsw.edu.au

UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks, and campaigns. Please refer to UNSW’s diversity offerings for further information on our flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave).

Position Description

Advertised: 27 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 10 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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