Contribute to innovative research within the Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute Full time, fixed term opportunity until December 2027 Base salary starting at ($113,400 - $121,054) 17% superannuation About the opportunity The Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute (Sydney ID) brings together leading researchers across the University and partner institutions to tackle pressing health challenges posed by infectious diseases. The Institute’s work spans laboratory, clinical, and population-based research, driving discoveries that improve health outcomes locally and globally. The Research Postdoctoral Associate will contribute to advancing the Institute’s research agenda through independent and collaborative research activities. The role provides an opportunity to develop research expertise, support scholarly outputs, and engage with a vibrant community of academic and professional staff. Working under the supervision of Professor Jamie Triccas, the successful candidate will play a key part in generating high-quality research outcomes, contributing to publications, and supporting a culture of innovation and excellence. Your key responsibilities will be to: conduct research, scholarly or professional activity, independently or as part of a team, contributing to discipline knowledge develop and refine independent research skills under the supervision of more senior academic staff provide informal mentoring and advice to students within the discipline carry out administrative tasks and contribute to school or faculty meetings contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, collaboration, and excellence are valued and enabled understand and contribute to furthering the University and School’s strategic agenda undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required. About you a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders doctorate of PhD in microbiology or immunology, or a related field. a developing research profile in vaccine development and infectious disease models, with a focus on coronavirus immunology demonstrated understanding of the subject-matter within the discipline experience conducting original research and/or engaging in scholarly activity demonstrated ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a busy environment ability to effectively communicate. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion . How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact, Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au. © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Sunday 16 November 2025 11:59 PM
