Job Description

· Full time fixed term 12 months at Camperdown

· Postdoctoral Research Associate role working in restorative and reconstructive dentistry research

· Base Salary $117936 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney School of Dentistry has provided exceptional education, clinical practice and integrated research in dental and oral health for over 100 years.

Our researchers from the University of Sydney School of Dentistry go beyond the mouth to enhance studies in fundamental cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology and biomechanics. It is our goal to ‘put the mouth into health'.

We're committed to the discovery of new principles and ideas and our multidisciplinary research approach brings together the complementary expertise of our affiliated teaching hospitals, institutes and international research partnerships.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will design and conduct high quality restorative and reconstructive dentistry research, focussing on biomaterials and nanomedicine for tissue regeneration. They will be supporting Dr Chun Xu and the team in their study of functional scaffolds for bone repair to support the health and well being of people with craniofacial and orodental defects.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct innovative research in biomaterials, nanomedicine and regenerative dentistry, contributing to internationally recognised research outcomes
• design, perform and analyse laboratory-based studies investigating functional scaffolds for bone and craniofacial tissue regeneration
• 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 (with an increasing degree of autonomy)
• provide informal mentoring and advice to students within discipline (where appropriate)
• ensure quality, standards and excellence are maintained in any research activities and output
• carry out administrative tasks and contribute to faculty/school meetings
• contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled
• maintain an understanding of the University’s strategic agenda and contributes to furthering that agenda
• contribute to the strategic direction of the Faculty/School/Portfolio as articulated through the Faculty/School/Portfolio’s Strategic Plan/ s or equivalent
• undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required

About you

• PhD in biomedical engineering, dentistry or relevant field
• a developing network of academic, industry and professional partners and stakeholders
• a developing research profile in biomedical engineering and dental research including biomaterials and nanomedicine for tissue regeneration
• demonstrated expertise in advanced material characterisation, biomaterial development or bioengineering methodologies
• demonstrated understanding of the subject-matter within the discipline
• experience conducting original research and/or engaging in scholarly activity.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible 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 LGBTQIA+ We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum 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.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au.

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Applications Close

Wednesday 05 August 2026 11:59 PM