Postdoctoral Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Materials Characterisation

Usyd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Materials Characterisation within the AMME. This is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time appointment in a highly collaborative international research team.

You will conduct experimental research on metallic AM, investigate microstructure–property relationships, and contribute to high‑quality publications while working with HDR students, industry partners and international

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline with strong research track record.
• Expertise in metallic additive manufacturing, especially powder bed fusion.
• Experience with advanced materials characterization techniques.
• Strong knowledge of physical metallurgy and microstructure evolution.
• Proven ability to publish high-quality research in international journals.
• Experience developing experimental methodologies for metallic materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental research in metallic additive manufacturing.
• Investigate processing–microstructure–property relationships.
• Perform microstructural, crystallographic and chemical analyses.
• Develop and optimize AM process parameters and post-processing.
• Collaborate with HDR students, staff, and industry partners.
• Disseminate findings through publications and conferences.

Skills

PhD in Materials Science/Engineering

Additive manufacturing (metallic)

Materials characterization (SEM/EBSD/T

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related field

Tools

SEM

EBSD

TEM

PFIB

Atom probe tomography

Job description

Full time 12 month fixed term opportunity

Work in a highly collaborative, international, and interdisciplinary research team

Base Salary, Academic Level A (6-8) offering a base salary of $117,936 - $125,896 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Aerospace Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering (AMME) is one of Australia's leading research and teaching Engineering Schools, with degree programs in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aeronautical and Space Engineering. The school has a student body of over 1,000 students and has seen strong growth in demand for teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The school supports teaching and research activities across disciplines including aerospace, combustion, design, fluid mechanics, materials, mechanical, mechatronic and robotics engineering. To learn more about the School click here

We are currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Materials Characterisation to join a highly collaborative research team within the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering.

The successful candidate will work within a multi-institutional research program comprising HDR and Honours students, industry partners, and international collaborators. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to leading-edge research focused on metallic materials, additive manufacturing, physical metallurgy, and advanced characterisation techniques.

Responsibilities

• undertake experimental research in metallic additive manufacturing, with a focus on powder bed fusion processing of advanced engineering alloys
• investigate processing-microstructure-property relationships using advanced materials characterisation techniques
• conduct microstructural, crystallographic and chemical analysis using state-of-the-art microscopy and microanalysis facilities
• develop and optimise additive manufacturing process parameters, feedstock preparation and post-processing methodologies
• collaborate with research students, academic staff and industry partners on multidisciplinary research projects
• disseminate research outcomes through publications in leading journals and presentations at national and international conferences.

About you

• a PhD qualification in Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgy, Additive Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• demonstrated expertise in metallic additive manufacturing, including powder bed fusion technologies
• experience in advanced materials characterisation techniques such as SEM, EBSD, TEM, PFIB and atom probe tomography
• strong knowledge of physical metallurgy and microstructure evolution in engineering alloys
• demonstrated success in publishing high-quality research outcomes in leading international journals
• experience in developing and applying experimental methodologies for metallic materials research.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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