About the Role
A postdoctoral research position is available from 1st September 2022 to work within the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing at Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne. The Postdoctoral Fellow will contribute to the research of Professors Jean Brodie, Duncan Forbes and Warrick Couch.
In particular, the focus will be on the origins of Ultra Diffuse Galaxies (UDGs) in a range of environments. UDGs reveal a number of interesting properties, such as their dark matter halos and globular clusters systems, which will be the focus of the research direction. Past experience in stellar kinematics, stellar populations and/or globular cluster systems would be useful. Responsibilities may include observing preparation, observing with the Keck telescope, and subsequent data analysis. This may include spectroscopic, imaging and /or integral field unit data. Writing telescope proposals and journal papers is also expected. An exceptional candidate with a background in relevant galaxy simulations will also be considered. Opportunities will be available to present at conferences, supervise postgraduate students and to conduct independent research.
The position is for 2 years (with a 6 month probation period), with a possible extension to 3 years.
About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:
- Experience in astronomical observations, data handling and the analysis of spectroscopy and/or imaging;
- Independent and collaborative research skills;
- Strong record of research achievement with high-quality publications
- Ability to work successfully as part of a team
Qualifications
PhD in Astronomy or relevant field
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship, and proud of it. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:
• Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
• Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
• Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
• Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice
The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing why you believe you are suitable for this position.
For further information about this role and to review the position description; please click 'apply' or click onto it at the bottom of the advert.
Applicants should also arrange to have 3 letters of reference sent directly to Prof. Jean Brodie (jbrodie@swin.edu.au) by the deadline.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au
Applications Close: 5pm, Sunday 7th August 2022
Swinburne offers flexible working options, leave and parenting/carer policies to support work life balance.
Diversity and Inclusion
Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation and we are proud of our commitment to equity and inclusion through key initiatives. For further information on all our initiatives visit our equity and diversity website
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact Maree Norden, Diversity & Inclusion Manager at inclusion@swin.edu.au
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
For any support please contact our Aboriginal Employment Coordinator at DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan
Vaccination Requirements
Orders from Victoria’s Minister for Health require all Swinburne workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they are an Excepted Person as defined by the Pandemic COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Specified Workers) 2021 Order (No. 1). All applicants must therefore be able to comply with this requirement.
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