Research Assistant or Research Fellow, Optoelectronic materials synthesis
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2 days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview:
1x full time fixed term(1 year) position available
Salary Academic LevelA($80755- $109536)orLevel B ($115303-$136925) 17% Superannuation
BasedattheCity but may beto work and/or be basedatother campuses of the University
About You
The Research Assistant/Fellowwill undertake research activities in line with the Universitys research strategy.It is expected that the Research Assistant/Fellowwill work with an increasing degree of autonomy as skills and experience develop.
This role focuses on advancing research in two-dimensional materials and ultra-thin material systems with an emphasis on synthesis heterostructure integration and device development for electronic photonic and sensing applications. The position involves designing fabricating and experimentallyvalidatingnovel material architectures using advanced nanofabrication and characterization techniques translating fundamental research into functional prototypes.
The successful candidate will produce high-quality research outputs contribute to competitive funding applications and effectively communicate findings through publications reports and presentations. The role also includes mentoring students supporting collaborative research initiatives and engaging with stakeholders.
Strong initiative and technical leadership are essential including the ability to plan and execute research activities troubleshoot experimental challenges andmaintainlaboratory capabilities while ensuringtimelydelivery of project milestones.
We are looking for candidates with their knowledge and experience in the key focus areas:
Demonstrated researchtrack recordin the area oftwo-dimensional materials research including characterization and device (electronic and photonic) fabrication/testing
Demonstrated experience with large-area two-dimensional materials synthesis methods such as but not limited to Chemical Vapour deposition
Demonstrated ability to experimentally synthesise and characterise ultra-thin materials heterostructures and electronic/photonic circuits
Proven ability to undertake scientific research and development in research programs
Demonstrate ability to clearly communicate research resultsconceptsand knowledge
Demonstrated initiative in research problemsolvingand competitive grant writing
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a member of a research team and independently when required to meet project outcomes and milestones
Preferable attributes include:
Experience in co-supervising postgraduate by research students
Qualifications
Mandatory:Qualification in the relevant discipline area preferably at postgraduate level.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
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25 Mar 2026 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.
In line with RMIT Universitys commitment to a safe respectful and inclusive environment from 1 January 2026 the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a genderbased violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant preemployment background checks including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMITs safety obligations.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
