Research Assistant Postdoctoral
Research Assistant Postdoctoral
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Job Description
Overview:
Fulltime Fixed Term Position for 1 Year
Salary Academic Level A 17 Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University
About The Position:
We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Materials Modelling and Simulation Group at RMIT University. This 1year position (with a possible 6month extension) offers a unique opportunity to study the electronic structure and reactivity of gold nanomaterials using quantum chemistry. The successful candidate will collaborate with Distinguished ProfessorIreneYarovskyand Dr. Benjamin Noble (ARC DECRA Fellow) on ARCfunded research focused on investigating the catalysis and degradation of gold materials.
To be successful in this position youll have:
PhD (or equivalent) in computational and/or theoretical chemistry or will complete a PhD in this field within the next six months.
Experience in developing and/or using quantum chemical and/or density functional theory methods using a variety of software packages.
Demonstrated ability to undertake highquality research and write highimpact manuscripts in international peerreviewed journals.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a member of a research team and independently when required to meet project outcomes and milestones.
Demonstrated ability to efficiently run simulations on High Performance Computing (HPC) facilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills appropriate for interacting with research students staff and external stakeholders together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the College
The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science technology engineering mathematics and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry as never before.
STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers teachers inventors designers and gamechangers supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor Master and PhD levels and ensure our students experience an education that is work aligned and lifechanging.
The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.
Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact and our students are truly workready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President Digital Innovation we have established new hubs of industryconnected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.
Our diversity and shared values empower our work and we are proud of the Colleges inclusive caring culture. We offer a safe dynamic work environment and support every member of our community to achieve their potential. The College appointed Victorias first ever Dean of STEM Diversity & Inclusion in 2020 and this role drives gender equity diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.
STEM College employs 1000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20000 students.
We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.
For further information about this position please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact
Job Description Research Assistant
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Applications Close:
17 Apr 2025 11.59 pmRMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed tobeinga child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
