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Senior Research Fellow in Quantum Physics, EQUS

Employer
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Location
Sydney, Australia
Closing date
18 Mar 2020

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School of Physics

  • Opportunity to conduct experimental research and develop findings in Quantum Physics 
  • Join the ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems, here at the University of Sydney!
  • Full-time, 5 year fixed-term contract. Base salary: $130,264-$150,204 p.a. (Level C) plus annual leave loading and a generous employer’s contribution to superannuation.

About the opportunity 

The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a Senior Research Fellow in Quantum Science to join the School of Physics at the Sydney CBD campus. Working within the ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems, the successful applicant will undertake experimental research in quantum physics on topics that align with the research directions currently pursued by the quantum nanoscience research group based here in Sydney. These topics include majorana zero modes, circuit QED devices, flux qubits and their variants, quantum control techniques, and novel approaches to scale up quantum systems.

The Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems (EQUS) will build sophisticated quantum machines to harness the quantum world for practical applications. Our Centre will pioneer the designer quantum materials, quantum engines, and quantum imaging systems at the heart of these machines. We will solve the most challenging research problems at the interface of basic quantum physics and engineering, and work with partners in industry to translate these research discoveries into practical applications and devices. Our capacity building programs will train a new generation of scientists in cutting-edge fundamental research, innovation, and entrepreneurialism, and ultimately have a major impact on Australia’s high-tech economy. In developing quantum technologies for the future health, economy, environment and security of Australian society, we will move beyond the lab towards practical prototypes and commercial applications, including material simulators, diagnostic technologies and geosurvey tools. We will collaborate with Australian SMEs and leading tech companies, and train a new generation of STEM researchers with a culture of innovation and translation. Our Centre builds on seven years of previous funding through the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence scheme. From 2011-2017, our first centre carved out a niche among the world's top players. That position will allow us to compete in the next phase of research and technological transformation as quantum machines and systems begin to emerge. In our second generation centre (2018-2024), our researchers work across 5 university nodes which includes The University of Queensland, The University of Sydney, Macquarie University, The University of Western Australia and The Australian National University.

Information about the Centre may be accessed on the Centre’s website at www.equs.org

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Research Fellow who possesses experience in the following areas:

  • A PhD in Physics (or closely related discipline) with significant published results in the field of engineered quantum systems
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting research in quantum nanoscience with an outstanding track-record relative to opportunity
  • At least 2 years of postdoctoral experience and demonstrated track record to conduct world-leading experimental research in quantum physics.
  • A proven track record of having conducted research independently
  • Demonstrated capacity to supervise PhD and other research students in quantum physics
  • Proven excellence in written and verbal communication
  • Demonstrated capacity to lead independent research programs in experimental quantum physics
  • Demonstrated capacity to engage with industry, government, or other external non-academic partners
  • Technical skills in nanofabrication, cryogenics, low noise and microwave electronics and nanoscale quantum physics.
  • Alignment of research directions with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems (desirable, not essential)

About us

The School of Physics at the University of Sydney is the leading Physics department in the country, with outstanding staff and students undertaking world-leading teaching and research. Our 114 academic staff and 157 postgraduate students conduct research across a vast range of interests from nanoparticles to clusters of galaxies and from theoretical modelling to laboratory experiments. With the support of 20+ professional, technical and administrative staff, the School of Physics teaches to a cohort of approximately 274 equivalent full-time student load (EFTSL) undergraduate students. With access to supercomputers, modern laboratory facilities and observatories, locally, nationally and internationally, the School of Physics is the premier environment for physics education and research. The School of Physics is committed to creating a diverse workplace by improving equity, access and opportunity. We want to create an environment where individuality is welcomed and celebrated. We are continuously working to identify and remove biases and barriers in an effort to make our workplace open, supportive and safe for everyone.

Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion, and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. We’re Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 6000 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.

We are undergoing significant transformative change, which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us.

How to apply

For more information on the position and University, please view the position description available from the job’s listing on the University of Sydney careers website.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Please also arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent directly to Deb Gooley (debra.gooley@sydney.edu.au) by the application deadline.

Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number 374/0220F to apply.

 Routine pre-employment probity checks will be carried out for this position.

Closing date: 11:30pm, 18 March 2020 (Sydney Time)

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications are encouraged from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Company

The University of Sydney was established in 1850 and is consistently recognised, both locally and internationally, for its outstanding teaching and research excellence. Sydney alumni include Prime Ministers, Governor Generals, Nobel Prize winners and leaders in every field of endeavour.

The University offers a comprehensive range of courses, including a number of disciplines unique in Australia. Teaching is spread across nine different state-of-the art campuses, located across New South Wales.

The University of Sydney’s commitment to excellence in research has resulted in an outstanding record in national competitive funding and underpins an approach to teaching which has won nominations for excellence and resulted in high student satisfaction ratings. The University has 78 research centres and institutes and is home to three ARC Centres of Excellence.

The teaching, research and cultural life of the University is supported by extensive facilities, including the largest library collection in the Southern Hemisphere, the world-class Nicholson Museum of archaeological antiquities, the Macleay Museum of natural history and ethnographic collections and the University Art Gallery. Its outstanding sporting and recreation facilities provide a training centre for students and Olympic athletes.

The University of Sydney is a key member of the Group of Eight Australian major research-intensive universities, and the Worldwide Universities Network.

Campuses

The University of Sydney has nine official campuses.

1.         Camperdown/Darlington Campus.

2.         Cumberland Campus. Home to the Faculty of Health Sciences (based in Lidcombe).

3.         Mallett Street Campus. Home of the Sydney Nursing School.

4.         Sydney Conservatorium of Music Campus. In Macquarie Street, central Sydney.

5.         Rozelle Campus. Home to Sydney College of the Arts.

6.         Surry Hills Campus. Home to the Faculty of Dentistry.

7.         Camden Campus. Contains facilities connected to the Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Faculty of Agriculture and Environment.

8.         Burren Street Campus. Facilties are currently under development.

9.         Sydney Medical School campuses. These include the School of Rural Health (in Dubbo and Orange), the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Concord Hospital, Westmead Hospital, the Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Nepean Hospital, Northern Clinical School, Sydney Adventist Hospital, Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health, and Northern Rivers University Department of Rural Health.

Faculties

The University of Sydney has 16 faculties.

1. Agriculture and Environment

2. Architecture, Design and Planning

3. Arts and Social Sciences

4. Business (Business School)

5. Dentistry

6. Education and Social Work

7. Engineering and Information Technologies

8. Health Sciences

9. Law (Sydney Law School)

10. Medicine (Sydney Medical School)

11. Nursing and Midwifery

12. Pharmacy

13. Science

14. Sydney College of the Arts

15. Sydney Conservatorium of Music

16. Veterinary Science

Number of Employees

Full-time employees: 7616

For more information, please visit: http://sydney.edu.au/

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Location
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
NEW SOUTH WALES
2006
Australia

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