Senior Research Officer – Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Science
Job No.: 682790
Location: Parkville campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12 month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $106,789 - $117,128 pa HEW Level 07 (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
If you are interested in working within a highly successful Faculty, based at our beautiful campus in Parkville across from Royal Park, and enjoying the benefits of working in a #1 ranked Australian university, then we look forward to hearing from you!
Our Centre for Drug Candidate Optimisation (CDCO) is one of 5 research themes within the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS). Established in 2003, the CDCO has supported numerous academic and commercial drug discovery programs to inform the design and progression of high-quality drug candidates suitable for clinical development. With successful collaborations in place between universities, medical research institutes and commercial organisations, and multiple research projects underway, we are now seeking your strong technical skills and experience in Pharmaceutical Science to join the team as a Senior Research Officer.
Applications are sought for a Senior Research Officer in the Chemistry-Analytical Section of the CDCO, to work within a flexible team in a state-of-the-art LCMS facility and be responsible for the evaluation of the pharmaceutical characteristics of a range of potential new drug candidates and their quantification in various biological matrices by quantitative LCMS/MS methods. This role will include examination of key physicochemical properties using a range of analytical instrumentation and standard protocols, developing formulations to support in vivo studies, biological matrix sample preparation for quantitative analysis and the conduct of in vitro assays using standard protocols.
Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent experience in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry (Analytical, Medicinal or Pharmaceutical) or a related discipline from a recognised university. Experience with a range of pharmaceutical and analytical instrumentation (including HPLC and/or LCMS) and their application to drug discovery and development will be well regarded.
If this sounds like a position that would engage and excite you, then we look forward to receiving your application!
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.
At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
To apply, please submit your CV, a covering letter explaining why you are interested in the role, and a response to the Key Selection Criteria contained in the Position Description via the below link.
For guidance on creating your application, please refer to "How to apply for Monash Jobs".
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Dr Michael Campbell, Section Leader, Chemistry-Analytical +61 39903 9528
Position Description: Senior Research Officer
Applications Close: Tuesday 19 August 2025, 11:55pm AEDT
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