Postdoctoral Fellow - Polymer Chemistry & Hydrogels

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

Job summary

University of Sydney invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Polymer Chemistry and Hydrogel Materials. The role involves designing, synthesising and characterising advanced polymeric materials, and publishing findings in high‑impact journals.

Based in Camperdown, you will work under Professor Markus Muellner, contribute to competitive funding proposals, supervise HDR students where appropriate, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance polymer science in a

Qualifications

• PhD in Polymer Chemistry or closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in polymer synthesis, characterisation and materials analysis.
• Strong publication record relative to career stage in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as NMR, SEC, DSC, DMA, rheology or related methods.
• Ability to undertake independent research and contribute to collaborative projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including publications and presentations.
• Ability to supervise or mentor students and junior researchers.
• Commitment to research integrity and laboratory safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in polymer chemistry and materials science.
• Design, synthesise and characterise novel polymers and hydrogels using contemporary methods.
• Analyse and interpret data and prepare manuscripts for peer‑reviewed journals.
• Contribute to development of research proposals and funding applications.
• Present research outcomes at seminars, conferences and stakeholder meetings.
• Supervise and mentor higher degree researchers where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate research records and ensure laboratory safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Polymer characterisation

Scientific publication

Communication skills

Supervision / mentoring

Research independence

Laboratory safety

Education

PhD in Polymer Chemistry

Tools

NMR

SEC

DSC

DMA

Rheology

Job description

University of Sydney invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Polymer Chemistry and Hydrogel Materials. The role involves designing, synthesising and characterising advanced polymeric materials, and publishing findings in high‑impact journals.

Based in Camperdown, you will work under Professor Markus Muellner, contribute to competitive funding proposals, supervise HDR students where appropriate, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance polymer science in a