Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Soft Integrated Bioelectronics

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Darlington Campus Until 8/23/2026 First posted March 29, 2025 Last posted March 29, 2025
Job description
  • Full time, 3 years fixed term, Located on the Darlington Campus at the School of Biomedical Engineering 

  • Conduct research related to electronic skins for remote biodianostics and soft robotics

  • Base Salary $122,830 - $145,858 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Biomedical Engineering was established in 2019 to facilitate collaborative research excellence in the field of biomedical engineering. Through our academic staff and students, our research will aim to serve the public as a thought-leader and provide innovative technology for industry, hospitals, governments and the wider community.

We are currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow Soft Integrated Bioelectronics to join the team and contribute to innovative research within the School.

As the Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will be responsible for conducting research related to electronic skins for remote biodianostics and soft robotics. This position involves the design/synthesis of novel soft biosensors, PCB assembly, prototyping, development of data acquisition and signal processing.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

  • conduct research under limited supervision either as a member of a team or, where appropriate, independently and contribute to the production of conference and high-impact journal papers and patents from that research

  • design novel soft biosensors using nanomaterials or alike

  • design wearable/bio-integrated devices, with establishment of Bluetooth communication, PCB design and assembly

  • optimize data acquisition, storage, transfer and processing

  • attend conferences and seminars in the field of expertise

  • apply and facilitate grant proposals

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow Soft Integrated Bioelectronics who has:

  • a post doctoral qualification in bioengineering, with a research background in bioelectronic sensors

  • research experience in flexible bioelectronic devices is highly preferred

  • a strong background in the highly interdisciplinary field of biosensors and bioelectronics

  • a strong knowledge in wearable medical devices, biosensors and mobile-health systems

  • demonstrated analytical and manuscript preparation skills; including a track record of refereed research publications and patents

  • ability to solve complex problems by using discretion, innovation and the exercise diagnostic skills and/or expertise

  • well-developed planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and set and meet deadlines.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

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 include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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. 

How to apply

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About this role

Summary

Conduct research on electronic skins for biodiagnostics and soft robotics.

Job title

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Soft Integrated Bioelectronics

Experience level

postdoctoral

Industry

education

Location requirements

Located on Darlington Campus; remote work not allowed.

Salary

$122,830 - $145,858 + 17% superannuation

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

post doctoral qualificationbioengineeringbioelectronic sensorsflexible bioelectronic deviceswearable medical devicesbiosensorsmobile-health systemsanalytical skillsmanuscript preparationproblem solvingplanningorganisational skills

Preferred skills

research experience

Specializations

bioengineeringbioelectronicsbiosensorswearable devicesdata processing
Locations

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On-site