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Senior Research AssistantApply locations St Lucia Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R-47026
School of Agriculture and Food SustainabilityFull-time, fixed-term position through to end of 2026Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)Based at our St Lucia CampusAbout This Opportunity The Senior Research Assistant provides technical research support and subject matter expertise in support of food and beverage product development, including benchtop prototypes and product shelf-life study.
Key responsibilities will include:
Conduct benchtop experiments, pilot-scale trials, and shelf-life studies to develop and support innovative food and beverage products.Manage research equipment, protocols, and resources while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient operations.Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation, including funding and ethics applications, to communicate research findings and progress.Support team activities, including literature reviews, routine administration, and data analysis throughout the research cycle.About the Food and Beverage Accelerator Australia's Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA) is a $160 million initiative to boost growth and innovation in the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
Part of the Federal Government's Trailblazer Program, FaBA leverages $50m of government investment with more than $110m from universities and industry.
A national initiative, FaBA provides F&B manufacturers access to research teams, next generation industry professionals, state-of-the-art equipment and pilot facilities.
FaBA is proudly hosted by The University of Queensland, in collaboration with participants QUT, UniSQ and UniQuest.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave17% superannuation contributions17.5% annual leave loadingAccess to flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnightHealth and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate familyUQ Study for StaffOn campus childcare optionsCheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)Salary packaging optionsAbout You A degree qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline, or a Diploma with relevant professional experience.Demonstrated experience in the development of innovative food and beverage products.Strong practical research skills and expertise in methodologies or techniques relevant to new food product development.Knowledge of food and beverage processing, food ingredients, and food regulations is highly desirable.Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also managing routine procedures independently.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively.The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, AHPRA registration, mandatory immunisations, first aid and/or CPR certification, blue card check, etc.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.
Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Nidhi Bansal at ******.
For application queries, please contact ****** stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' sectionResumeOther Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory.
Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential.
The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community.
We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.
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Applications close January 22nd 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47026).
Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for later in the week commencing February 3rd 2025.
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