Postdoctoral Fellow in Lunar Positioning and Timing

The Opportunity

The School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications at the University of New South Wales is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to a funded project focused on positioning and timing in a lunar this role you will undertake research across time transfer orbit determination and Doppler positioning working closely with the project team to progress defined research activities.

This position will provide an opportunity to develop your research expertise and contribute to high-quality scholarly outputs. You will support the publication and presentation of research findings participate in relevant conferences and workshops and assist with the supervision of research students where required.

The role reports to the Prof Andrew Dempster and Dr Yang Yang and has no direct reports.

• Salary Level A AUD $118467 to $126711 per annum 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed-term contract 3-years
• Location: Kensington Sydney Australia

About us

UNSW is a worldleading institution recognised for its scale prestige and impact. With strong industry engagement and partnerships across sectors UNSW provides a unique environment where academic expertise translates into realworld outcomes. The university is home to cuttingedge research that drives innovation and societal progress while its excellence in teaching ensures students are prepared to lead in their fields. For academics UNSW offers an outstanding platform to flourish combining worldclass facilities collaborative networks and a culture of innovation that supports both career growth and meaningful contributions to the wider community.

The UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications is one of Australias largest and most prestigious schools of its kind. Home to more than 1500 students and over 40 academic staff the School is internationally recognised for excellence in teaching research and industry engagement across electrical engineering telecommunications robotics communications and emerging technologies. For further information about our School please visit - & Experience

• A PhD in a related discipline and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims objectives and values in action together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

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For role-specific inquiries please contact Prof Andrew Depmster

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Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday 1 September 2026

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening which may include reference checks qualification verification right-to-work verification and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender sexual orientation cultural and linguistic backgrounds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.