Polymer Chemistry Postdoc: Hydrogel Materials & Innovation

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Polymer Chemistry and Hydrogel Materials in the School of Chemistry at Camperdown. You will join a dynamic team designing, synthesising and characterising advanced polymeric materials under Professor Markus Muellner.

The role involves independent and collaborative research, publication in high‑quality journals, development of funding proposals, and mentoring students.

Qualifications

• PhD in Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry or Materials Science.
• Experience in polymer synthesis, characterisation and materials analysis.
• Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as NMR, SEC, DSC, DMA or rheology.

Responsibilities

• conduct independent and collaborative research in polymer chemistry and materials science
• design, synthesise and characterise novel polymeric materials and hydrogels using contemporary synthetic methodologies
• analyse and interpret experimental data and prepare manuscripts for publication in peer‑reviewed journals
• contribute to the development of research proposals and funding applications
• present research outcomes at seminars, conferences and stakeholder meetings
• supervise and provide guidance to higher degree research students where appropriate
• maintain accurate research records and comply with laboratory safety and regulatory requirements
• collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary research teams and external partners

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Materials analysis

Independent researcher

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Polymer Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Materials Science

Tools

NMR

SEC

DSC

DMA

Rheology

Job description

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Polymer Chemistry and Hydrogel Materials in the School of Chemistry at Camperdown. You will join a dynamic team designing, synthesising and characterising advanced polymeric materials under Professor Markus Muellner.

The role involves independent and collaborative research, publication in high‑quality journals, development of funding proposals, and mentoring students.