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Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEYResearch Field: Biological sciences, ChemistryResearcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), Established Researcher (R3)Country: AustraliaApplication Deadline: 11 May 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)Type of Contract: OtherJob Status: Full-timeIs the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? NoIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer DescriptionFull time, 2 years fixed term with potential extension. Located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES)Exciting opportunity to develop new approaches for pharmaceutical lead discovery using mRNA displayAbout the opportunityThe School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES) is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Peptide Based Drug Discovery to conduct research focused on the development of a new class of bioactive molecules with the potential to have wide-reaching applications in fundamental research and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The research program is co-funded by the Australian Research Council and the Sydney- and US-based biotech company INSAMO and the successful candidate would work at the Camperdown campus of the University of Sydney.Your key responsibilities would be to:work with the research groups of Prof. Joel Mackay and Prof. Richard Payne, alongside a postdoctoral peptide chemist, and jointly in collaboration with INSAMOuse mRNA display to design and select candidate cyclic peptides from large librariescharacterize the structure and biochemical activity of candidate peptides in the context of their protein targetsassess the ability of these peptides to degrade their protein target in cell-based assaysassist in the supervision of junior group members (e.g., PhD candidates and undergraduates)About youThe University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate who has:A PhD (or near completion) in protein biochemistry, structural biology or a closely related disciplineexpertise in recombinant DNA technology (cloning, mutagenesis), protein expression and purificationexpertise in protein biophysics and structural biology, characterization of protein interactions.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.Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.Candidates should indicate which level they wish to apply for; however, the selection panel reserves the right to make offers based on its appraisal of the candidate''s skills, experience, and knowledge.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 Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.auCopyright The University of SydneyThe University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr