Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cardiac Engineering

• Full time, fixed term opportunity until March 2027  

• Exciting opportunity to work as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cardiac Engineering   

• Base Salary starting at $113,400 + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cardiac Engineering will apply and further develop their expertise in conducting high-quality research to advance the Faculty or School’s research agenda. Working under broad supervision from senior academic staff, the role undertakes independent and collaborative research and scholarly activity, contributing to discipline knowledge, research outputs and strategic priorities.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for an early career researcher to build research independence, expand their academic profile and contribute to a dynamic and supportive research environment.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct research, scholarly or professional activity independently or as part of a research team, contributing to discipline knowledge

• develop and refine independent research skills under the supervision of senior academic staff, with an increasing degree of autonomy

• ensure quality, standards and excellence are maintained in all research activities and outputs

• provide informal mentoring and advice to students within the discipline, where appropriate

• carry out administrative tasks and contribute to faculty and school meetings

• contribute to a positive workplace culture that values collaboration, diversity of thought, excellence and achieving outcomes

• undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required.

About you

• a doctorate or PhD in a relevant field

• demonstrated understanding of subject matter within the cardiac engineering or related discipline

• experience conducting original research and/or engaging in scholarly activity

• a developing research profile in the discipline or area of expertise

• a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders

• strong planning, organisation and research skills

• excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present research effectively

• the ability to work collaboratively and independently in a research-intensive environment.

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 completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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. 

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.  

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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 [email protected].

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