Research Associate - Quantum Estimation and Control

 

Job no: 503290
Work type: Full-time
Location: Canberra, ACT
Categories: Post doctoral research fellow

UNSW Canberra is a campus of the University of New South Wales located at the Australian Defence Force Academy in Canberra. UNSW Canberra endeavours to offer staff a rewarding experience and offers many opportunities and attractive benefits, including:

  •      One of Australia’s leading research and teaching universities
  •      Strong commitment to staff development and learning
  •      Strong commitment to work life and family balance
  •      Generous superannuation opportunities

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

The School of Engineering and Information Technology (SEIT) offers a flexible, friendly working environment that is well-resourced and delivers research-informed education as part of its accredited, globally recognised engineering and computing degrees to its undergraduate students. The School offers programs in electrical, mechanical, aeronautical, and civil engineering as well as in aviation, information technology and cyber security to graduates and professionals who will be Australia’s future technology decision makers.

This research position will develop new approaches and efficient algorithms for estimation and control of quantum systems. The successful applicant will pursue algorithm development, implementation and testing for quantum systems.

About the Role:

Role:               Research Associate in Quantum Estimation and Control
Salary:            Academic Level A $98,342 - $105, 185 plus 17% Superannuation             

Term:              Full time, Fixed Term appointment of one year, possible extension subject to availability of funding

 About the Successful Applicants

To be successful in this role the following skills and experience are expected:           

  • A PhD (or PhD thesis submission by 1 December 2021) in Quantum Physics, Electrical Engineering or an area related to quantum information and quantum optics.
  • A demonstrated ability to conduct innovative and independent research.
  • A record of papers in high quality journals and/or conferences of high ranking in the field.
  • Ability to conduct high quality teaching in a University environment and willingness to undertake teaching duties as required.
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills appropriate for interacting effectively team members, collaborators and colleagues across the Faculty.
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team showing initiative and taking direction as appropriate to the situation.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete tasks within agreed time frames, with suitable supervision.
  • Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and the ability and capacity to implement required UNSW health and safety policies and procedures.

In your application, please address the Skills and Experience outlined in the Position Description.

In order to view the Position Description – please ensure that you allow pop-ups for Jobs@UNSW Portal.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.

The position is located in Canberra, ACT. The successful candidate will be required to work from the UNSW Canberra campus. 

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit our website: UNSW Canberra

Contact:
Daoyi Dong
E:  d.dong@adfa.edu.au
P: 02 5114 5140

Applications Close: 30 November 2021 11:30PM


Find out more about working at UNSW Canberra

At UNSW Canberra, we celebrate diversity and understand the benefits that inclusion brings to the university. We aim to ensure that our culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive. We are committed to developing and maintaining a workplace where everyone is valued and respected for who they are and supported in achieving their professional goals. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Women at all levels, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse People, People with Disability, LGBTIQ+ People, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares our commitment to inclusion to apply.

       Any questions about the application process - please email unswcanberra.recruitment@adfa.edu.au

Position Description

Advertised: 29 Oct 2021 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Nov 2021 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Apply now 

No comments:

Post a Comment

Search This Blog

27 PhD Scholarships at Utrecht University, Netherlands

27 PhD Scholarships at Utrecht University, Netherlands