Research Associate (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)

Cencora | Pharma solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical solutions is seeking a Research Associate in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This role focuses on investigating infections during pregnancy and developing bioengineering solutions, requiring a PhD and expertise in synthetic biology and microbial bioengineering. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research efficiently.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbiology, synthetic biology, molecular biology or related field required.
• Advanced technical capability in synthetic biology and/or microbial bioengineering requisite.
• Ability to independently design, plan, and conduct experiments efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bioengineering research to understand infection during perinatal period.
• Design experiments, analyze data, and prepare reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Synthetic biology

Microbial bioengineering

Laboratory experiment design

Education

PhD in microbiology, synthetic biology, or related field

Job description

Medical School

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
• Base salary range: Level A, $83,499 – $112,371 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology is part of the Medical School at the University of Western Australia and is a multidisciplinary division that spans women’s and infant’s health. With research facilities within the King Edward Memorial Hospital (Subiaco) and the UWA Large Animal Facility (Crawley), the division is excellently placed to conduct world-leading research with translational outcomes.

About the opportunity

• Our goal is to understand, treat and prevent infection across the perinatal period (pregnancy and early life).
• Develop bioengineering pipelines for Group B Streptococcus and their bacteriophages for exploration as future therapies.
• Designing bioengineering protocols, conducting experiments, processing and analysing data, preparing results into reports and writing manuscripts

About you

• A PhD in microbiology, synthetic biology, molecular biology or related-field.
• Advanced technical capability in synthetic biology and/or microbial bioengineering.
• Independently design, plan and conduct laboratory experiments in a time-efficient manner.

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION - {Research Associate (Obstetrics and Gynaecology )] - Level A.docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Lucy Furfaro at [e-mail]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 3 August 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

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