澳大利亚昆士兰大学2023年招聘博士后/研究员（宇宙学与引力波物理学）

澳大利亚昆士兰大学2023年招聘博士后/研究员（宇宙学与引力波物理学）

昆士兰大学（The University of Queensland），简称“昆大”“UQ”，世界高等科研学府，世界前五十名校。该校始建于1909年，是一所位于澳大利亚昆士兰州的公立综合性大学。同时还是六所砂岩学府之一，环太平洋大学联盟、澳大利亚八校联盟、UNIVERSITAS 21、国际铁路联盟及新工科教育国际联盟等组织成员。

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Postdoctoral/Research Fellow - Cosmology & Gravitational Wave Physics

University of Queensland

­The School of Mathematics and Physics

Work as part of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav).

Join a university ranked in the world's top 50

Based at St Lucia location

About OzGrav

The ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav) was established in 2017 to use the historic first detections of gravitational waves to understand the extreme physics of black holes and warped space time. These discoveries will inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers to make use of this new window on the universe.

The University of Queensland is one of eight Australian universities collaborating in OzGrav: The Australian National University, The University of Melbourne, Monash University, The University of Western Australia, The University of Adelaide, The University of Sydney, The University of Queensland, and several prestigious overseas research organisations including Caltech and MIT.

OzGrav was recently awarded $35M from the Australian Research Council to renew Centre operations for another seven years, through to 2031.

In addition to fundamental research, OzGrav pursues a vigorous outreach agenda that includes working with students from low socio-economic areas and encouraging the participation of minorities in science at all levels. OzGrav pursues research translation and commercialisation opportunities, generating opportunities for staff to experience secondments to industry during their postdoctoral terms.

OzGrav supports a dynamic and flexible team that works across the gravitational-wave spectrum, from nanohertz to kilohertz frequencies, on a range of problems in gravitational-wave astrophysics. Each postdoc has a generous travel budget and access to generous resources and technologies to facilitate OzGrav-wide large-scale projects. OzGrav is also home to the new $5.2M OzSTAR supercomputer, Ngarrgu Tindebeek, custom designed to support gravitational-wave astrophysics. OzGrav members also have the opportunity to be active participants in the LIGO-Virgo-Kagra Scientific Collaboration.

OzGrav is committed to cultivating a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusivity for all members, colleagues, and partners. We recognise that inequality historically and currently exists within the scientific community across the globe. Our goal is to continue to work on ensuring our members reflect the diversity of the community by breaking down barriers to enable all our members to be their full selves in the workplace. We believe that diversity of background, identity, approach, and thought enhances our ability to achieve a new wave of discovery, and we continually look for ways to make the Centre more inclusive.

Some of the current initiatives OzGrav has available to support our members are:

Carer Grant Scheme.

Flexible work arrangements and hours, such as hybrid working arrangements and part-time options available.

Ongoing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion training.

For more information on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at OzGrav, you can find our

EDI Action Plan here.

About This Opportunity

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/ Research Fellow to work as part of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav). The team at UQ will be focusing on testing fundamental physics with gravitational waves, potentially including (but not limited to) cosmological applications and gravitational wave theory. Applications from all areas of gravitational wave astrophysics will be considered.

Contribute to research related to gravitational waves and their use as astrophysical and cosmological probes.

Produce quality research outputs consistent with discipline norms by publishing in high quality outlets.

Participate in applications for competitive research funding to support projects and activities.

Work with colleagues in the development of joint research projects and applications for competitive research funding support.

Develop a coherent research program and an emerging research profile.

Work collaboratively with the wider OzGrav team across the nodes.

Contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students (as appropriate).

Effectively lead and develop supervisee performance and conduct by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development.

As appropriate, manage research support staff effectively throughout the employee lifecycle.

This is a research-focused academic position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

This is a full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to three years at Academic Level A or B, commensurate with the successful candidate's experience, skills and abilities. Part-time and/or flexible working arrangements may also be available within the requirements of the role.

At Academic level A, the full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range of $74,308 - $99,426, plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be up to $86,941 - $116,329 annually.

At Academic level B, the full-time equivalent base will be in the range of $104,579.67- $124,187.99 plus super of up to 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range of $122,358.21- $145,299.95 annually.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/work- from-home options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

As part of our commitment to research excellence, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and post-fellowship contracts via our UQ Amplify initiative.

About You

Completion or near completion of a doctoral qualification in gravitational waves, astrophysics, or a closely-related field.

An emerging profile (Level A) or developing reputation (Level B) in gravitational wave physics, astrophysics, and/or cosmology and evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.

Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding (Level A) or evidence of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding (Level B).

Where PhD has been conferred, demonstrated ability to plan, lead, execute and publish high impact papers over a sustained period since the conclusion of the PhD.

Demonstrated high standard of interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

A growing record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion (Level B).

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We'll support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia's Sunshine State here.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Tamara Davis via tamarad@physics.uq.edu.au

For application queries, please contact recruitment@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Cover letter addressing Selection Criteria

Resume (traditional or narrative style CVs welcome)

One page research statement (what you would like to research in this position and how your past experience supports these goals)

About The Selection Process

Applicants invited for interview will be asked to present a short research seminar as part of the selection process to the interview panel. Research seminars and interviews will be arranged via Zoom with adequate notice provided to shortlisted candidates.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/ or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who may not meet all of the selection criteria are strongly encouraged to apply for and demonstrate their potential in the role, even if certain selection criteria can't be met. Candidates may also wish to proactively outline any barriers or challenges which have impacted their career. The selection panel will consider both your potential and any performance relative to opportunity considerations when assessing your suitability for this role. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.

Applications close Monday, 13 November 2023 at 11.00pm AEST (R-30973).