"Research Fellow in Nucleic Acids Research"

Join Dr Ludovica Monti’s team as a Research Fellow and apply your chemistry expertise to explore alternative DNA structures in bacterial pathogens. In this role, you will contribute to innovative research on antimicrobial mechanisms, with opportunities to achieve high-impact outcomes in both fundamental and translational science. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment, enhance your research skills, and have the chance to publish in high-impact journals while working at the exciting interface of chemistry and biology.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct Innovative Research: Drive research projects exploring alternative DNA structures in bacterial pathogens and their role in antimicrobial mechanisms.
• Publish and Present Findings: Contribute to high-quality academic publications, present your work at seminars and conferences, and help disseminate research outcomes to the wider scientific community.
• Support Grant Applications: Assist in, or take the lead on, preparing research proposals for internal and external funding opportunities.
• Mentor and Supervise: Support the training and co-supervision of research students at all levels, from undergraduate through to PhD.

You may be a great fit if: You are a passionate chemist with a strong research background, eager to apply your expertise to biological systems and explore the dynamic intersection of chemistry and infectious diseases within an interdisciplinary research environment.

You may also: Have completed or are near completion of a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related discipline. Possess strong expertise in synthetic chemistry and/or medicinal chemistry. Have experience or interest in DNA biology, genomics, or microbiology. Demonstrate a strong publication record and aptitude for research, relative to your experience. Excel in both independent work and collaborative team environments. Have excellent communication skills and the ability to mentor junior researchers and students.

What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being. Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance. Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance. Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program. For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – The School of Chemistry: The School of Chemistry at The University of Melbourne is one of the largest and oldest in Australia with a distinguished history in teaching and research.