OpenFieldUWA Research Associate in Synthetic Bio-Organic Chemistry & Drug Discovery
Full-time two-year research position in the School of Molecular Sciences synthesizing targeted small-molecule therapeutics for antimicrobial resistance and oncology.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or Chemical Biology.
- English language proficiency
- Demonstrated professional English communication.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- First-author publications in peer-reviewed synthetic chemistry journals.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic/professional references.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried academic appointment: AUD $88,000 to $98,000/year plus 17% superannuation
- Application fee
- Free employment application
- Tuition / joining costs
- Staff appointment; no tuition payable.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027 (School recruitment deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official The University of Western Australia documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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