ARC Grant-Funded Researcher B- Acoustics

The University of Adelaide
November 26, 2023
Contact:N/A
Offerd Salary:$107,276- $126,894
Location:N/A
Working address:N/A
Contract Type:Other
Working Time:Negotigation
Working type:N/A
Ref info:N/A

(Level B) $107,276- $126,894 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation

The University of Adelaide is seeking applications for 1 x ARC Grant-Funded Researcher for a 2-year fixed term appointment to commence as soon as possible.

The specific topic area of this post is developing new methods of manipulating and controlling samples using both acoustic and optical technologies, with translation to biological research.

The successful applicant will play a leading role in developing and implementing acoustic and optical technologies for biological translation within a vibrant team.

The work is a joint project between the Centre of Light for Life under Prof Kishan Dholakia and the School of Biomedicine. The Centre aims to build upon the area of optics/photonics and its applications in other multidisciplinary fields. The project will involve collaboration with a team of biologists from the School of Biomedicine under Dr Kylie Dunning, who have expertise in utilising non-invasive technologies to study developmental biology.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake both experimental work and numerical studies and will be expected to liaise with key institutes such as the Institute of Photonics and Advanced Sensing and Robinson Research Institute.

To be successful you will need:

  • A PhD in either Acoustics/ Optics/ Physics or Bioengineering/ Mechanical/ Electronic/ Mechatronics Engineering.
  • Experience in the following: acoustics; advanced optics; CAD design; system design; fabrication; 3D printing; microscopy development; fibre optics; multiphoton microscopy; optical alignment; image analysis.
  • The ability to work well and collaborate with people in academia.
  • The ability to plan and manage own research activity related to acoustics and conduct relevant individual and collaborative research projects.
  • Good oral communication, skills in journal and conference paper writing.
  • Enjoy an outstanding career environment

    The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

    It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

    Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

    We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life. Flexible working arrangements are on offer for all roles at the University.

    In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

    Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

    Your faculty's broader role

    The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance.

    Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

    If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

    Click on the ‘Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

    Applications close 11:55pm, Sunday 26th November 2023.

    For further information

    For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

    Professor Kishan Dholakia Internal Grant-Funded Researcher (E), School of Biological Sciences P: +61 420 350 347 E: [email protected]

    You'll find a full position description and selection criteria below: (If no links appear, try viewing on another device)

    The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.

    #LI-UOA

    Download the Position Description Apply now

    From this employer

    Recent blogs

    Recent news