Research Assistant, Quantum-enabled super-resolution imaging

Royal Melbourne Institute Of Technology

Job Location:

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

1x full time fixed term (17 months) position available within the School of Science
Salary Academic Level A 17% Superannuation
Based at the City campus but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University.

About You

The Research assistant will undertake research activities in line with the Universitys research strategy. It is expected that the Research Assistant will work with an increasing degree of autonomy as skills and experience develop. The Research Assistant will contribute to a specialised research program in quantum information theory and quantum optics with a focus on quantum channel discrimination for high-resolution spectroscopy and AC field sensing. The project aims to develop theoretical frameworks for distinguishing closely related quantum processes that arise in lightmatter interactions and to use these frameworks to extract fine spectral or temporal information from weak or structured optical fields. The successful candidate will work on designing and analysing protocols that exploit quantum-optical channelssuch as those encountered in coherent and incoherent spectroscopy

To be successful in this position youll have/ youll have as a minimum:

Evidence of research output including publications conference contributions and/or technical reports in the field.
Theoretical background in quantum control and quantum optics including the ability to model and analyse lightmatter interactions dynamical evolution.
Theoretical background in quantum channel discrimination and quantum metrology with proficiency in applying information-theoretic tools to develop and evaluate precision measurement and sensing protocols.
Ability to work autonomously whilst displaying a strong commitment to work in a team environment including the demonstrated ability to confidently and effectively work with colleagues project team leaders and industry partners.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage varying workloads and respond to changing priorities as required.
Demonstrated high level of communication skills.

Qualifications

Mandatory: A PhD in physics mathematics or a related discipline.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

ToApply

Please submit your CV and covering letter and address the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the Apply link at the top of this page. Please indicate in your cover letter for which position you are applying for.

For further information about this position please see the Position Description hyperlinked below.

Position Description - Research Assistant

Applications Close:

21 Jan 2026 11.59 pm

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Overview:1x full time fixed term (17 months) position available within the School of ScienceSalary Academic Level A 17% SuperannuationBased at the City campus but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University.About YouThe Research assistant will undertake research acti...