Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to October 2027 Base salary will be in the range $85,373 to $113,660 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A) Based At our St Lucia Campus

About This Prospect

This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead research at the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF)-Funded Australian Personalised mRNA Immunotherapy Hub. You will join a passionate and collaborative team of scientists at one of Australia's leading mRNA hubs and work closely with the adjacent BASE facility. You will lead original research in the field of cancer vaccines, coordinating collaborative projects and managing development of the infrastructure, to help translate visionary research into therapies with the potential to create meaningful change.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Research: Develop an ambitious mRNA research program to develop new mRNA cancer therapies. Perform industry-sponsored cancer immunotherapy research. Produce quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing or exhibiting in high quality outlets. Lead applications for competitive research funding to support projects and activities. Work with a passionate team of mRNA scientists on joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support. Contribute to progressing towards transfer of knowledge, technology and practices to research end users through translation, including commercialisation of UQ intellectual property. Develop a coherent research program and an emerging research profile. Review and draw upon best practice research methodologies. Partner with industry leaders on novel technology development.
- Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, supervise and manage researcher development, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits.
- Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

About You

Completion or near completion of a PhD in mRNA sciences, molecular biology, immunology or related discipline. An emerging profile in research in molecular biology/cancer research/immunology. Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences. Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding. Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.

Competitive for national fellowship schemes (e.g NHMRC and ARC) by the end of three year period.





About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals.



Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Benefits and Perks

- up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- flexible working arrangements
- access to exclusive internal‑only vacancies
- genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process
- generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high‑quality staff from a range of backgrounds.

We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability.

Other Information

Pre‑employment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, criminal history checks and mandatory immunisations. This may also include checks relating to gender‑based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. 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.

Applications close 13th September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST

Applications close 13th September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST . Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for September.

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📌 Postdoctoral Research Fellow - mRNA Cancer Immunotherapy (Queensland)
🏢 The University of Queensland
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