Research Fellow

Classification: Academic Level B
Salary package: $115,739 - $131,227 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time (part-time, job share or a gradual increase in hours will be considered), Continuing (contingent funded).

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 December 2029.

The Position

This role is integral to the delivery and support of the ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre for Radiation Innovation (RadInnovate). RadInnovate aims to build new capabilities for nuclear science and radiation by training the next generation of transdisciplinary leaders through the integration of core science, technology, regulation, governance and societal values. RadInnovate is led by ANU in partnership with the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide, and with 15 industry and government partners on co-designed research projects in the areas underpinning nuclear science, technological innovation, and regulatory and social responsiveness, to equip Australian industries with a future-ready workforce.

This Postdoctoral Research Fellow position will undertake independent research on codesigned industry projects, predominantly in the areas of Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) with a view to publishing original and innovative results in refereed journals. The position will also supervise RadInnovate Higher Degree Research (HDR) students and act as an interface between the HDR students and ITTC University and industry partners. The position will spend time in industry as part of the students’ industry placements and will be involved in all-of-centre activities.

The Person

We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently on high-quality research in collaboration with RadInnovate Chief Investigators and the ability to provide high-quality supervision of HDR students.

Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management are key. We are looking for someone with a PhD in accelerator-based physics, ideally with experience in AMS.

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For more information about the position please contact Professor Mahananda Dasgupta, Centre Director on T: +612 6125 2081 or E: mahananda.dasgupta@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.

• 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.

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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 shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a:

• up to 45 minute interview using technical and behavioural interview questions

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cosm@anu.edu.au or T: +61 2 6125 9371. 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.

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The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country.