Research Associate in Photobiology - [Archived Advertisement]

UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

The Faculty of Science is seeking a Research Associate in Photobiology to work with C3 researchers and students, providing expertise in photosynthetic assessment of aquatic plants and algae, in particular microalgae and seagrass, characterizing their bio-optical/bio-physical properties to contribute to a range of research projects within the Climate Change Cluster (C3).

About the role

In this role you will work collaboratively within a diverse team of microbial ecologists, microalgae physiologists, molecular phylogeneticists and plant molecular biologists, developing the capacity for C3 to perform phenotypic screening of plants and to contribute to a range of research projects across the cluster. You will also be expected to actively seek out additional research opportunities that complement established strengths within C3.

Reporting to the Director of C3 – Peter Ralph you will work with team leaders and researchers on defined projects. You will supervise any research support staff appointed to your research projects.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• a PhD in bio-optics or photobiology of plants.

• extensive expertise in the characterizing of the bio-optical properties of micro and macroalgae and aquatic plants with a detailed knowledge of light harvesting and photoprotective processes, molecular biology,  processes relating photosynthesis and the role of chlorophyll.  

• knowledge of current debates and issues in the field of photobiology in the context of optimising photosynthesis, wavelength dependent photosynthesis and algal phenomics.
   
• demonstrated experience working with spectroscopy, fluorescence imaging and fluorometry (PAM, fRRF), phenomics.

• evidence of interfacing electronic/optical instruments.

• experience with photobioreactors and optimising photosynthetic performance of organisms grown in photobioreactors.

• demonstrated experience in publication of research findings in international journals.

About the Centre:

Since its inception in 2008, the Climate Change Cluster (C3) at the University of Technology Sydney has been delivering on its strategic plan to build momentum, increase impact and be recognised internationally for its research excellence.

The institute has quadrupled in size since 2008 and has expanded its research capability from ecology to include additional expertise in plant physiology, microbiology, cellular biology, microfluidics, biochemistry, molecular biology (genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics), physics (bio-optics), ecological modelling, chemistry, bio-informatics and remote sensing.

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $75,120 to $91,491 pa (Level A)

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. Employee benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for 36 months.

How To Apply

Prior to commencing your application for IRC99138, please review the Position Statement and the relevant selection criteria - click on the apply link to be taken to the relevant page. You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document.
  
Please note that only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.  Current UTS employees should apply through their UTS Employee Self Service function.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC99138.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au or on +61 (0) 2 9514 1080.

Specific enquiries on the role may be directed to Professor Peter Ralph at peter.ralph@uts.edu.au

Please be advised that as part of the selection process that you may be requested to deliver a presentation, the audience for which may include individuals not on the Selection Panel.

Closing Date:  Monday 4th September 2017 at 11.59pm (AEST)

Please note: We are only accepting on-line applications for this post, however, if you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to provide us with information in this way, please contact the Recruitment Team for assistance.

UTS is widely acknowledged as a leader in promoting gender equity and social justice. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, UTS is a current participant in the SAGE pilot program, the Australian trial of the Athena Swan gender equity accreditation program. We welcome applications from women, particularly for senior and non-traditional roles.