Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Computational Physics

ANSTO; Sydney; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite car parking

Training and development

Extensive leave provisions

Flexible working where possible

Fitness Passport

Salary packaging options via superann

Job summary

ANSTO is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to perform laboratory-based experimental work and contribute to NST Health priorities. You will carry out research from design through analysis, interpretation and communication of outcomes, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality results.

The role is fixed-term for two years, based at Lucas Heights, with a focus on translational science and opportunities to publish findings in scientific journals and

Responsibilities

• Initiate and conduct scientific research aligned with NST Health priorities and approved research projects.
• Take research activities from design through to analysis, interpretation and communication of outcomes.
• Undertake experimental, computational and/or analytical research activities and associated training required to deliver high-quality research outputs.
• Apply appropriate scientific methods, analyse research data and maintain accurate and reproducible research records.
• Work collaboratively with researchers and technical personnel across NST Health, and other ANSTO groups to deliver project outcomes.
• Collaborate with external research partners and contribute to joint research activities.
• Publish scientific results and communicate research outcomes through publications, reports, presentations and other appropriate forums.

Job description

• Fixed Term -2 Years | Full Time | $106,461 +15.4% super
• Lucas Heights location | Health & Wellbeing Programs | Free onsite car parking
• An exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful translational science.

About the Opportunity

The Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is responsible for performing research that contributes to ANSTO Projects by carrying out laboratory-based experimental work and writing reports or other forms of scientific publications.

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Initiate and conduct scientific research aligned with NST Health priorities and approved research projects..
• Take research activities from design through to analysis, interpretation and communication of outcomes.
• Undertake experimental, computational and/or analytical research activities and associated training required to deliver high-quality research outputs.
• Apply appropriate scientific methods, analyse research data and maintain accurate and reproducible research records.
• Work collaboratively with researchers and technical personnel across NST Health, and other ANSTO groups to deliver project outcomes.
• Collaborate with external research partners and contribute to joint research activities.
• Publish scientific results and communicate research outcomes through publications, reports, presentations and other appropriate forums.

About Us

ANSTO is a leading global nuclear science and technology organisation delivering world-class research and expertise to benefit Australia and support a more sustainable future. Using nuclear science, we improve health, support industries, provide expert advice to government on nuclear technologies and help develop Australia’s nuclear workforce.

Working with us you will enjoy

ANSTO offers training and development, performance base salary increases and an extensive range of leave provisions to help employees balance work and personal commitments.

• Support flexible working where possible
• 18 days personal/carers leave annually
• 3 days paid leave (Christmas to New Year)
• Parental leave: 18 weeks (primary), 8 weeks (secondary, increasing to 18 weeks by 2027)
• Cultural, NAIDOC, and First Nations ceremonial leave
• Fitness Passport
• Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease

For further information relating to this position please refer to the Position Description or contact Mitra Safavi-Naeini on [phone] . For all other queries please contact Talent Acquisition on [phone].

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure all candidates have equal access and opportunity. Please let us know if you require any support or accommodations for your interview.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require an ANSTO Suitability Assessment and a pre-employment medical assessment.

Note : All applicants must be Australian citizens