The University of Sydney 
Darlington, Australia Offer Summary
The University of Sydney seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Liquid Metals, Sensors and Biomedical Technologies within the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. This fixed-term role spans twelve months under Professor Kourosh Kalantar Zadeh’s leadership. The position requires a PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemistry, with demonstrated experience in liquid-metal-based systems. Key responsibilities include developing novel systems, contributing to commercialization, supervising students, and leading safety procedures. Candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills, collegiality, and unrestricted Australian work rights, as visa sponsorship is unavailable. The base salary ranges from $117,936 to $125,896 per annum plus 17% superannuation. Applications close on Thursday, 12 November 2026, at 11:59 PM. The university emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and excellence, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds who meet the pre-employment check requirements.
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Project Description
About the opportunity
The Faculty of Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Liquid Metals, Sensors and Biomedical Technologies to contribute to its research agenda under the leadership of Professor Kourosh Kalantar Zadeh, in the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.
The successful candidate will undertake high-quality research and scholarly activities, working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop an emerging research profile while contributing to innovative research outcomes with real-world impact.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
About you
Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations
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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum 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 support filling out this application, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au
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Applications Close
Thursday 12 November 2026 11:59 PM