Research Fellow

Job No.: 671439

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 2 year fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $114,951 - $136,505 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) is Australia’s #1 ranked Materials Science and Engineering department and consistently ranks among the top 50 departments worldwide (QS 2022, #35). Recognized for its success in securing significant research funding and delivering impactful industry partnerships, MSE fosters a dynamic and collaborative research and teaching environment.

The Opportunity

The Department is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the multidisciplinary team led by Professor Jess Frith, an expert in biomaterials, tissue engineering, and microfabrication. This position will focus on the development of novel hydrogel biomaterials for microfabrication and tissue engineering applications to investigate cell mechanobiology.

As a member of this dynamic team, you will:

• Lead and contribute to innovative research projects.
• Assist in mentoring and supervising students.
• Support the development and delivery of teaching focused on biomaterials for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A doctoral qualification in biomaterials science, bioengineering, tissue engineering, mechanobiology, or a closely related field.
• A demonstrated interest and expertise in biomaterials, mechanobiology, or a related interdisciplinary area.

Why Join Us?

• This position offers an exciting opportunity to build your academic profile through:
• Contributions to high-impact publications in leading journals.
• Active participation in conferences, workshops, and collaborations.
• Opportunities for teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• This is your opportunity to join a leading research department, contribute to cutting-edge research, and work with a collaborative and dynamic team of scientists and educators.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Jess Frith, Deputy Head, Materials Science and Engineering +61 3 9905 1967    

Position Description: Research Fellow

Applications Close:  Sunday 12 January 2025, 11:55pm AEDT