Research Fellow (Lateral Flow Diagnostics)

Overview:

• ​​Full-time​, ​Fixed Term position for one year​ 

• Salary Academic Le vel B1-B3 ($110,868 - $119,186 + 17% Superannuation 

• Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University​ 

About You 
The Research Fellow will work with research teams and partnerships in the School and Research Institutes. You will be required to undertake research activities in line with the University’s research strategy.  In this position you will carry out independent and/or team research which has a significant impact in the area of your specialisation and be acknowledged at a national level as being influential in expanding the knowledge of your relevant discipline.   

As the Research Fellow, you are expected to plan, develop and engage in high quality research projects that are aligned with the University’s research focus areas. You will embed your research expertise into the life of the School through the development of high-quality, productivity-driven research networks across RMIT and with local and national, internal and external partners. You will be expected to engage in high quality research projects, to achieve success in attracting research funding and to produce high quality outputs. 

To be successful in this position, you will have:  

• Evidence of substantial experience in point-of-care diagnostics, specifically in the area of developing highly sensitive lateral flow devices (LFDs) against clinically important targets. Prior research experience in developing LFDs is a mandatory requirement for this role. The complementary knowledge across nanotechnology, molecular biology and bioconjugation would be an added advantage. 

• Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise higher-degree by research candidates.

• Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government.

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with higher degree by research candidates, staff and industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Values-led approach to academic practice and demonstrable commitment to promoting principles of inclusion, diversity, equity and wider ‘Responsible Practice’. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the College  

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields.  We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.  

 
STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff.  We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD