Salary: Level A - $80,258 - $108,906 p.a. (PhD entry level $101,460) plus 17% super
- Pioneering research in levitating nanodiamonds and transducing quantum spin.
- Global collaboration with theorists and experimentalists.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
The Research Fellow position within the Diamond and Atomic Quantum Technologies Lab at the University of Melbourne's School of Physics entails leading experiments focused on levitating nanodiamonds in high vacuum conditions.These experiments will contribute to a larger project aiming to transduce the torques generated by quantum spin flips into physical rotation of diamond nanocrystals. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated and innovative researcher with strong experimental prowess, capable of both independent work and collaboration within a team.Your responsibilities will include:
- You are expected to significantly contribute towards the research effort of the team and to develop your research expertise with an increasing degree of autonomy.
- Under the guidance and support of Senior Academic staff conduct internationally competitive research, resulting in publications in high impact journals.
- Contribute to and publish academic papers and other scholarly outputs to a high academic standard in accordance with the research expectations of the University of Melbourne.
- Contribute to the co-supervision, mentoring and training of postgraduate or research higher degree students in the appointee's area of expertise.
You will demonstrate a strong research aptitude and track record relevant to your experience, along with robust theoretical skills.You will also have:
- A PhD or equivalent in a relevant area of experimental physics (atomic, molecular and optical physics, condensed matter or quantum physics).
- Research experience in light-matter interactions and quantum physics in solid state, atomic molecular and optical or ion trapping systems.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication.
The School of Physics at the University of Melbourne is one of Australia's leading institutions in the field of physics. It has earned this distinction through its commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. The school provides a diverse range of physics subjects for undergraduate and postgraduate students, covering areas such as Astrophysics, Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics, Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Experimental Particle Physics, Materials Science, Physical Biosciences, Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, and Theoretical Particle Physics.What We Offer You!
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- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)