The University of Sydney 
Darlington, Australia Résumé de l'offre
The University of Sydney seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate for Professor Margaret Sunde’s team in the School of Medical Sciences, located in Darlington. This full-time, fixed-term position runs until March 2029. The role involves conducting independent and collaborative medical research across therapeutic areas, developing scholarly activities, and mentoring students under broad supervision. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field with demonstrated original research experience and strong organizational skills. Unrestricted Australian work rights are mandatory; visa sponsorship is not provided. The base salary starts from $117,936 plus 17% superannuation. Applicants must pass pre-employment background checks, including declarations regarding gender-based violence. The university values diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and supporting documents via the online portal before the application deadline.
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Description du projet
About the opportunity
The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas.
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to the research agenda of the School through independent and collaborative research. You will apply and develop your expertise to advance knowledge within your discipline, conduct original research and scholarly activities, and further develop your research profile while working under broad supervision.
This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with academic colleagues and research partners, provide informal mentoring and advice to students, and contribute to the broader academic activities and strategic priorities of the School and Faculty.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
About you
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au.
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Applications Close
Wednesday 11 November 2026 11:59 PM