Post-doctoral fellow – school of mechanical & manufacturing engineering

The Opportunity The Research Associate (Level A) is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise.Salary, Level A - $91,381 - $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation (pro rata)Part Time: 17.5 hours (0.5 FTE)Fixed-term contract – 6 monthsLocation: Kensington – Sydney, Australia (on campus attendance 3 days a week)This Job is based in AustraliaSkills & ExperienceA Ph D in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.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.Desirable experience in energy storage systems, including electrochemical systems, mechanical design, scale-up, or related technologies.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.Pre-Employment ChecksNational and International Criminal history checksEntitlement to work and ID checksWorking With Children ChecksCompletion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention DeclarationVerification of relevant qualificationsVerification of relevant professional membershipEmployment history and reference checksFinancial responsibility assessments/checksMedical Checks and AssessmentsUNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.