Research Fellow - Gravitational Wave Discovery (Ozgrav)

Monash; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Amplify your impact at a world top 50

Inclusive, collaborative community

Flexible and hybrid working policies

Job summary

Monash University invites applications for two Research Fellows to join the OzGrav Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery at the Clayton campus. You will conduct research in gravitational-wave data analysis, astrophysics of GW sources, and tests of general relativity, working within a team of leading scientists.

A PhD in a relevant field is required, with experience in GW astronomy, Bayesian methods, and time-series analysis.

Qualifications

• PhD in astrophysics, physics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a closely related field.
• Experience in gravitational-wave astronomy, Bayesian methods, time-series analysis, general relativity, and/or high-energy astrophysics.
• Analytical and manuscript preparation skills with refereed research track record.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research in gravitational-wave data analysis and related astrophysics.
• Contribute to OzGrav Centre of Excellence projects at Monash University.

Skills

Gravitational-wave astronomy

Bayesian methods

Time-series analysis

General relativity

High-energy astrophysics

Education

PhD in astrophysics, physics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or closely related field

Job description

Research Fellow - Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav)

Job No.: 698908

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 3 year fixed-term appointment - 2 positions available

Remuneration: $86,195 - $116,981 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Two new opportunities exist for two Research Fellows to join the Monash University node of the OzGrav Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery at Monash University, and the OzGrav Centre of Excellence. As the successful applicant you will carry out research in areas related to gravitational-wave astronomy broadly defined. This includes, but is not limited to gravitational-wave data analysis with LIGO and/or pulsar timing arrays, astrophysics of gravitational-wave sources, and tests of general relativity.

The successful candidates will hold a PhD in astrophysics, physics, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a closely related field, and have experience in gravitational-wave astronomy, Bayesian methods, time-series analysis, general relativity, and/or high‑energy astrophysics. You will have demonstrated analytical and manuscript preparation skills, including a track record of refereed research.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

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Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at [e-mail] in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre‑employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Eric Thrane - [e-mail]

Position Description: Research Fellow

Applications Close:Sunday 22 November 2026, 11:55pm AEDT