"Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Synthetic Chemistry"

About This Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join an innovative chemistry research program funded by an ARC Discovery Project. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work at the interface of chemistry and biology, contributing to cutting-edge research that aims to covalently attach redox-active transition metal complexes to protein surfaces.

You will bring a strong track record in the synthetic covalent modification and characterisation of proteins and have the opportunity to further develop your expertise in transition metal coordination chemistry and electrochemistry, working within a collaborative and high-performing research environment that supports professional growth and research impact.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Research: Produce high-quality research outputs aligned with disciplinary standards, contribute to competitive grant applications, develop an emerging research profile, and support the translation of research into impact, including knowledge transfer and commercialisation.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision and development of Honours and HDR students and research staff, providing effective leadership, feedback, coaching and support in line with University policies and best practice.
• Citizenship and Service: Demonstrate strong citizenship aligned with UQ values through collaboration, internal and external service, committee participation, and the development of professional relationships with industry, government and the wider community.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

• Completion or near completion of a PhD in Chemistry
• An emerging profile in research in Chemistry.
• Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences
• Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding.
• Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities
• Experience in transition coordination chemistry and electrochemistry is desirable

Position details:

• School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences
• Full-time fixed-term position for up to 3 years
• Base salary will be in the range $83,698.91 - $111,431.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
• Based at our St Lucia Campus

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Paul Bernhardt at p.bernhardt@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (R-60321) in the subject line.

Applications close 4 March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60321).