Research Associate

This Job is based in Australia

• One of Australia's leading research & teaching universities
• Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
• Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

The School of Biotechnology & Biomolecular Science (BABS) teaches undergraduates, mentors postgraduate research students and conducts research in the disciplines of biotechnology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, environmental microbiology, medical microbiology and immunology.

The Research Associate (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of research. The Research Associate will join the Biomedical AI Laboratory (led by A / Professor Vafaee). The Research Associate will be part of a collaborative and friendly research team conducting cutting-edge research to positively impact society.

About The Role

The role of Research Associate reports to Associate Professor Fatemeh Vafaee and has no direct reports.

Specific Responsibilities For This Role Include

About The Successful Applicant

(Selection Criteria)

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.

Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Contact : Fatemeh Vafaee

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Applications close : December 8th, 2025

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Skills Required

Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Bioinformatics