Postdoctoral Fellow

Classification: Academic Level A
Salary package: $85,010 - $106,702 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Fulltime, Continuing (contigent funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of February 2028.

The Position

Join our dynamic and motivated research team dedicated to advancing sustainable solutions in materials science! This position will support the Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund - Strategic Element (GSTDF-SE) for the solar thermal-plasmonic seawater splitting for hydrogen production project

This role will focus on catalyst design and development on seawater vapor splitting with scaleup to TRL 3 level demonstration

You will have the opportunity to:

· Conduct pioneering research with the potential to publish original and innovative findings in high-impact, refereed journals.

· Present your work at national and international academic seminars and conferences.

· Collaborate with leading researchers and contribute to projects at the forefront of sustainable energy and materials science.

If you are passionate about sustainable technology and excited to work on projects with substantial environmental, economic, and societal impact, we encourage you to apply!

The Person

We are seeking an academic with expertise in materials science, theoretical simulation, photocatalysis, electrochemistry, or a closely related field. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of independent research in energy conversion or storage, evidenced by publications in esteemed peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences. Key to this role is a proven ability to conceptualize and lead innovative research in materials science and its applications.

A strong background in theoretical computation and seawater splitting experimentation is essential, particularly for investigating catalytic mechanisms in seawater splitting for hydrogen and oxygen production. Additionally, candidates with experience in securing major funding, particularly through proposals for initiatives such as MEX-1 Beamlines, the Australian National Computational Merit Allocation Scheme (NCMAS), and the university’s Merit Allocation and Adapter Schemes will be highly regarded. The expertise in experimental methodologies—especially water-splitting device design and fabrication—will be also advantageous.

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Chemistry here.

For more information about the position please contact Prof Zongyou Yin on T: +61 2 6125 6672 E: zongyou.yin@anu.edu.au

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

· Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,

· Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,

· Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,

· Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities. For more information on a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

· A current curriculum vitae (CV), and

· No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions. For examples of common reasonable adjustments please click here.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.