Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Antimicrobial Optimisation
Location: Herston Campus
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 4 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-42640
UQ’s Centre for Clinical Research
Full-time, fixed-term position for up to 12 months
Base salary will be in the range $78,871.35 - $105,004.02 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
Based at our Herston campus.
About This Opportunity
Join our dynamic team as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, supporting cutting-edge, multi-disciplinary research on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) of antimicrobials within the Antimicrobial Optimisation Research Group at the UQ Centre for Clinical Research. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your expertise and build your emerging research profile. In addition to research, you’ll contribute to service and engagement activities, making a meaningful impact in your field.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Conduct high-quality research by publishing in reputable outlets, developing an emerging research profile, and applying best practice methodologies. This includes performing both qualitative and quantitative data analysis, as well as laboratory bench work such as running the Hollow Fibre Infection Model for in vitro PK/PD studies.
- Collaborate on joint research projects, seek competitive funding opportunities, and contribute to translating research into practical applications, including the potential commercialization of UQ intellectual property.
- Contribute to the supervision and development of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, providing feedback, coaching, and professional development to enhance performance.
- Effectively manage research support staff, addressing performance, conflict resolution, and grievances in line with university policies throughout the employee lifecycle.
- Cultivate external partnerships with industry, government, and the community, while managing laboratory supplies and operations to ensure efficient workflow.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You
- Completion or near completion of a PhD in pharmacy, pharmacology, medicine, biomedical sciences, microbiology, or related disciplines.
- An emerging profile in research in the discipline area.
- Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
- Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding.
- Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.
- Extensive knowledge of in vitro PK/PD infection models.
- Demonstrated experience in HPLC and LCMS.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, mandatory immunisations.
Work Rights:
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Dr Fekade Sime. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Responses to the ‘About You’ section
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close: Sunday 3rd November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-42640). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Friday 15th November 2024.
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