Research Associate in Next-Generation Materials: The Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering has an opportunity for a Research Associate. In this role, you will work on a new NSW Health-funded research project to develop a new generation of heart valve leaflets for transcatheter aortic valve replacement for patients suffering from aortic heart valve disease. Current valve devices are well-tolerated but have short lifetimes due to mechanical failure and degradation, especially in younger patients. We aim to develop a new generation of materials using silk fibroin, a natural material that can be processed to mimic the structural complexity of native valves and be replaced over time with human tissue, making it a long-lasting solution.
Job no: 518986
Work type: full time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Post Doctoral Research Associate
The project you will be working on is part of the NSW Health Cardiovascular Research Capacity Program Collaborative Grants and involves multiple Sydney-based institutions, offering the candidate excellent network building opportunities. For more information on this project go to – NSW Health & Medical Research | Engineering next generation aortic valve replacement materials
This role reports to reports to Jelena Rnjak-Kovacina and has no direct reports.
Level A, Salary – $100,318 to $107,299 per annum + 17% superannuation
Full time Fixed-term contract – Until June 2025 with a possible extension
Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
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Skills and Experience
A PhD in medical science, molecular bioscience, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience. Experience in cell biology, mammalian cell culture, bioengineering and/or tissue engineering, ideally in a cardiovascular context. Preferred, however not required experience working with research animal models. Preferred, however not required experience working with biomaterials. Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments. Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision. Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity. Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships. Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students. An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines. Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description.
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Contact:
Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Wednesday 13 September 2023
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Position Description
Advertised: 24 Aug 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Sep 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time
