Postdoctoral Fellow (Corry)

Classification: Academic Level A
Salary package: $85,010 - $106,702 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time, Fixed Term (up to 24 months)

The Position

The successful candidate will conduct independent research in molecular biology and biophysics, focusing on computational simulations to examine protein structure and function. This includes using advanced sampling methods and free energy calculations. The role involves publishing research in peer-reviewed journals, presenting at conferences, and collaborating nationally.

The Postdoctoral Fellow will also support the preparation of research grant proposals and contribute to securing external funding. In addition to research, the role includes the opportunity to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels through lectures, tutorials, online content, and assessment.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a cutting edge, collaborative, international research-focused team working on a high-impact scientific project.

The Person

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD (or complete within six months of appointment) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related discipline, and demonstrate a strong track record of independent research, evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations.

You will have a solid background in computational biophysics, with the ability to develop and pursue innovative research ideas. Experience in conducting molecular dynamics simulations—including free energy calculations or advanced sampling techniques—is essential, ideally involving proteins, nucleic acids, or other biomolecules.

Proficiency in programming or scripting for simulation and data analysis, along with experience using high-performance computing environments, is required, and experience using structure prediction or AI methods is desirable.

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

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For more information about the position please contact Professor Ben Corry at Email: ben.corry@anu.edu.au   

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cosm@anu.edu.au. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.