Research Fellow - Metasurfaces
- Employer
- RMIT UNIVERSITY
- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Closing date
- 17 Dec 2024
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- Academic Discipline
- Engineering & Technology, Physical Sciences, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Physics & Astronomy
- Job Type
- Academic Posts, Research Fellowships
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
- Full-time, Fixed Term position for 3 years
- Academic Level B1 + 17% Superannuation
- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus.
About the role
As Research Fellow, you will work as a member of a team undertaking research in the RF & Antennas Research Group. The work will involve research in the development and application of the metamaterials and metasurfaces as defined by the research contract with the AFOSR/AOARD. The research is focused on investigating a possible solution for the reconfigurable and tunable metasurfaces.
You may be required to supervise undergraduate, postgraduate and research students on projects being conducted within this project.
To be successful in this position, you will have as a minimum:
- Demonstrated excellent research track record in the field of electromagnetics, and microwave circuit & systems.
- Demonstrated ability to experimentally realise and characterise microwave devices and systems.
- Proven ability to undertake scientific research and development in research programs.
- Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate research results, concepts and knowledge.
- Demonstrated initiative in research and problem solving.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a member of a research team and independently when required, to meet project outcomes and milestones.
- Ability to co-supervise postgraduate by research students.
- Ability to contribute to the teaching and learning program in a relevant field.
Qualifications
Mandatory: PhD in Electrical Engineering, Communication Engineering, Applied Physics, or related science discipline. Also, candidates who are in the process of obtaining their Ph.D. may be considered for the position.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
About the College
The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.
STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game- changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work- aligned and life-changing.
The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.
Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.
STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.
We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college
To Apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Professor Kamran Ghorbani via email kamran.ghorbani@rmit.edu.au.
Position Description - Research Fellow - Metasurfaces
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Applications close on Tuesday 17 December 2024 at 11:59 pm.
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