Research Fellow in Cyanobacterial Nutrient Uptake and Metabolism

Responsibilities

• Construct a cyanobacterial deletion mutant library of nutrient uptake genes using biofoundry automation
• Compare the growth and physiology of wildtype strains and mutants
• Utilise functional genomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics to resolve metabolic pathways and regulatory networks
• Provide day-to-day support to HDR students and collaborate with chief investigators to meet project milestones
• Initiate and maintain academic and industry collaborations and apply for research funding
• Communicate research findings through scientific journals and conference presentations

Requirements

• PhD in molecular biology, microbiology, synthetic biology, systems biology, or a closely related discipline
• Experience with bacterial genetic engineering
• Experience with transcriptomics or metabolomics
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently without close supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience growing cyanobacteria and performing physiological characterisation (e.g., flow cytometry or photosynthetic efficiency)
• Understanding of the fundamentals of biofoundry automation

Benefits

• Salary package of $112,550 (LEVEL A.6) p.a.
• 17% employer's superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Opportunities for flexible work arrangements

About the Company

Macquarie University is a vibrant global community engaged with solving complex real-world problems. The School of Natural Sciences fosters a multi-disciplinary environment where researchers collaborate to drive impactful outcomes in science and technology.