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CSIRO Postdoctoral Fellow in Design and Synthesis of Polymers for a Circular Economy
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CSIRO Early Research Career (CERC) Postdoctoral Fellowships provide opportunities to scientists and engineers who have completed their doctorate and have less than three years of relevant postdoctoral work experience. These fellowships aim to develop the next generation of future leaders of the innovation system.
In this position you will undertake research in the development of polymers that are potentially recyclable, biodegradable, show enhanced insect digestibility, and yet possess the physical, mechanical and application properties required in conventional polyolefins used as commodity plastics. The fellow will design and develop methods scalable methods for the synthesis of polymers that enable the instillation of functionalities that promote triggered biodegradability and recyclability.
Location: Clayton, Victoria
Salary: AU$89k - AU$98k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 3 years
Reference: 90754
For full details about this role please view the Position Description
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or Australian temporary residents currently residing in Australia and be able to commence in the role by 30 June 2023.
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
31 January 2023, 11:00pm AEDT