The Opportunity

The research group of Associate Professor Jarryd Pla has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow. In this position, you will engage in simulation, design, and experimental work on room temperature maser technologies. Your primary focus will be on developing maser amplifiers using nitrogen-vacancy centres in diamond—a groundbreaking technology recently pioneered at UNSW.

This role will report to Associate Professor Jarryd Pla and has no direct reports.

• Salary, Level A - $110,059 to $113,891 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed-term contract – 32 months
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

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Skills & Experience

• PhD in Physics, Quantum Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related area.
• Demonstrated track record in the operation of spin-based or microwave quantum technologies.
• Demonstrated track record of assembling microwave circuits and performing microwave measurements.
• Experience in operating class 4 lasers and/or strong magnetic fields is desirable.
• 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 UNSW’s 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.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply: Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday 18^th February 2025

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