Postdoctoral Research Fellow

• Collaborative with leading researchers
• Build your academic networks
• Competitive salary and benefits

THE ROLE

The School of Engineering at Macquarie University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support multidisciplinary research project with Transport for NSW on internal crack detection in concrete pavements using discrete strain sensors. The successful candidate will support the research of Associate Professor Mohsen Asadnia. and will collaborate with members of his research group.

Candidates with any of the following backgrounds are encouraged to apply:

• Concrete structural health monitoring using embedded sensors

• Experimental modeling of crack propagation in concrete pavements

• Developing and applying wireless sensors for structural health monitoring and control 

As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will contribute to and undertake research and development in the chemical sensory system development field. You will need to have a PhD in Civil, Mechanical, or Electronic Engineering with relevant experience. will be expected to conduct research in chemical sensors. You will demonstrate a strong track record in research and make a significant contribution to the research and/or Scholarship and administrative activities of the School, Faculty and University.

About Us

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 55 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we’ve grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community.

The School of Engineering sits within the Faculty of Science and Engineering and is a diverse community of academics blazing new trails in the spirit of discovery, exploration and impact. We are talented and knowledgeable engineers and form teams of innovators and creators with a passion for teaching and a strong desire to make an impact in research. The School currently has approximately 40 academics and 70 research students, and an ever-growing cohort of undergraduate and postgraduate coursework students.

To Apply:

To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV (and any additional supporting documentation) and a separate cover letter (maximum 3 pages) demonstrating how you meet the selection criteria below (a short paragraph per criteria). Please use specific examples of how you meet them.

Essential Criteria

• A PhD in Civil, Mechanical, Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline

• Demonstrated commitment and success in delivering high-quality and innovative research

• Experience in Concrete structural health monitoring

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Proven ability to interact effectively with students, staff, industry and the community

• Ability to assist supervising postgraduate students

Salary Package: Level A  Step 6 (PhD) from $$97,621 – $104,622 p.a., plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading

Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term for 1 year, with a possibility of renewal for two more subsequent years subject to funding.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Mohsen Asadnia, School of Engineering at [email protected]

If you’re already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you’ll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

27/10/2022 11:59 PM

Equity & Diversity Statement

At Macquarie University, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies and processes are truly inclusive and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Macquarie University’s values of scholarship, empowerment and integrity to apply.

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